Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

In recent years, with the advent of technology everywhere, awareness about the harmful effects of chemical fertilizers and pesticides on the health of consumer is on rise. The conventional method of agriculture heavily rely on these chemical based fertilizers and pesticides, which after entering the food supply harm living organisms. Continuous efforts on the evolving technologies have to be made so that the toxic substances don’t penetrate the food chain and harm the eco-system. One such method is Organic farming. It is eco friendly and is more profitable to the farmers as increasing worldwide demand is witnessed. In short, organic agriculture is a whole comprehensive system which promotes an ecological balance.

Which of the following option helps in maintaining an ecological balance?

Options:

Organic farming

Poultry farming

Conventional farming

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Organic farming

Explanation:

Promoting an econological balance means when all species coexist to create a sustainable environment. In organic farming, we exclude the use of chemical based fertilizers and pesticides. Thus, no harm is done to the eco-system, creating an ecological balance in the environment.