Which of the following is NOT listed as a criticism of globalization?

• A. Environmental stress
• B. Local businesses hurt
• C. Threats to national sovereignty
• D. Increased cultural diversity

Answer: (D)

Globalization is commonly seen through both its costs and its benefits, with criticisms often focusing on three main areas. Environmental stress is a frequent concern because larger-scale production and global supply chains can accelerate resource extraction, pollution, and ecological strain. Local businesses can be hurt when multinational corporations dominate markets, squeezing out smaller, community-based shops. There are also worries that national sovereignty erodes as international agreements influence laws and policy decisions, limiting a country’s ability to set its own rules. In contrast, increased cultural diversity is typically viewed as a positive outcome of globalization, bringing broader exchange of ideas, languages, foods, and arts. While some people worry about cultural homogenization or integration challenges, this aspect is not usually framed as a critique. So the statement about increased cultural diversity is the one that does not fit the common criticisms.