Question

What principle emphasizes the importance of using local resources in extension work?

• A. Principle of evaluation
• B. Principle of satisfaction
• C. Principle of adaptability in teaching methods
• D. Principle of use of local resources

Hint:

Using local resources in extension = practical, cost-effective, community-driven, and sustainable solutions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The Principle of Use of Local Resources emphasizes leveraging the materials, labor, knowledge, and cultural practices available within the local community during extension work. This principle ensures greater relevance, ownership, cost-efficiency, and sustainability of extension programs. Utilizing familiar and accessible resources increases community participation and helps build on existing strengths without relying heavily on external inputs.

Answer 2

Elimination by function:
Check each principle against what it actually governs rather than what it is named. The Principle of Evaluation is about assessing outcomes and impact after a programme runs, not about which resources to draw on. The Principle of Satisfaction concerns meeting the felt needs and interests of the audience, again not specifically about resource origin. The Principle of Adaptability in Teaching Methods is about tailoring how content is delivered to different audiences, not about where materials and manpower come from.
None of these three addresses the sourcing of materials, labour or knowledge from within the community - that is precisely, and only, what the Principle of Use of Local Resources covers, confirming option (4).