Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

Meera uses wood, dung cake and other biomass as fuel, unaware of the several adverse implications. According to you, which of the following shows the adverse impact of the same?

Options:

Deforestation

Wastage of cattle dung

Air pollution

All of the above

Correct Answer:

All of the above

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4: All of the above

Explanation: Using wood, dung cakes, and other biomass as fuel can lead to several adverse impacts, including:

  • Deforestation, as trees are cut down for wood.
  • Wastage of cattle dung, which could otherwise be used as a natural fertilizer or for biogas production.
  • Air pollution, due to the release of harmful pollutants when these materials are burned.

To rectify the situation, subsidised LPG is being provided. In addition, gobar gas plants are being provided through easy loans and subsidy.