The Global Commons

Question 1

what does the term ‘global common’ refer to

Answer 1

resource domains or areas/objects/items that lie outside the political reach of any one nation state

Question 2

what are the 4 global commons in geography

Answer 2

space
the high seas
the atmosphere
Antarctica

Question 3

what is the main challenge presented by the global commons

Answer 3

people will always try and own things
improved technology and increased mineral scarcity has caused this to be required more as different areas can be more easily exploited

Question 4

what is the principle of common heritage

Answer 4

it represents the notion that certain global commons or elements regarded as beneficial to humanity as a whole should not be exploited by anyone. or should be exploited under a international agreement for the benefit of mankind as a whole

Question 5

issues of global commons outlined in Hardin’s work

Answer 5

free access and unrestricted demand for a finite resource ultimately means that the source will be over exploited until it is completely depleted (individuals act in favour of their own self interest)

Question 6

what is needed in order to protect the global commons

Answer 6

global, strict, enforced legislation that everyone needs to be a member of

Question 7

what ocean surrounds Antarctica

Answer 7

southern ocean