What definition of sustainable development did the Brundtland Commission give in 1987?

1. A Option A: Development that is capable of maintaining sustainable economic growth for all countries of the world
2. B Option B: Development that protects the environment for future generations even at the expense of the present generation
3. C Option C: A type of development which put the interests of developing countries ahead of the interests of the rich nations
4. D Option D: Development which meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

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