interconnected line that is typical for development. As a result of development there is
a new qualitative state of the object - due to changes in its composition and structure.
There are two forms of development, between which there is a dialectical
connection: evolutionary, that is caused by progressive qualitative changes in the
object, and revolutionary, that is characterized by rapid qualitative changes in its
structure.
According to discussed terms, development must be static, that is, stable.
Stabilization means the sustainability, stability. Stable – does not change, keeps the
same composition and size, the same form and value; permanent, lasts forever,
continuous; intended for a long time, not temporary. The synonymous of "sustainable"
are "constant", "permanent", "continuous", "extended". The term "sustainable" means
the constant value in the dynamic series. All of this is contrary to the essence of the
development.
The analysis of the terms makes it possible to draw the following conclusions.
First, sustainable development does not include manifestations of revolutionary,
catastrophic and chaotic changes. Secondly, the sustainability of development is
inherent in evolution and ecological correctness. Characteristics of the first suggestion
are objective in nature, the second – subjective and dependent on human. The terms
"sustainable" and "stable" in the phrase "development" are inaccurate, because in this
case, environmentally acceptable evolution must be recorded in a certain statistical
level, which is objectively impossible. In this way, the combination of the terms
"development" and "sustainable" and "stable" does not fully conform to the concept of
"sustainable development", which involves regulating natural and socio-economic
processes. The notion of "sustainable development" does not reflect the fundamental
principles of balanced economic, social and environmental development, active
management of human activity at both local and regional levels, including restrictions.
More accurate will be a term "balanced development", that provides a careful dynamic
balance between components of the integrative geo- and socio-economic system and
preservation of its qualitative characteristics. From an environmental perspective, the
definition "harmonious development" will be more accurate. Consequently,
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