How do the following factors contribute to the environmental crisis in India? What problem do they pose for the government?
Illiteracy.
Download our app for free and get startedPlay store
Illiteracy: It is a social problem leading to the lack of awareness about environment and the harmful effects of various practices or products on the environment. The lack of knowledge and skills may lead to excessive extraction of resources and, thereby, its misuse. Thus, the government should take measures to create awareness and spread technical knowledge among people about various efficient and economising methods.
art

Download our app
and get started for free

Experience the future of education. Simply download our apps or reach out to us for more information. Let's shape the future of learning together!No signup needed.*

Similar Questions

  • 1
    Why has environment depletion led to high opportunity costs?
    View Solution
  • 2
    How do the following factors contribute to the environmental crisis in India? What problem do they pose for the government?
    Rising population.
    View Solution
  • 3
    What happens when the rate of resource extraction exceeds that of their regeneration?
    View Solution
  • 4
    Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources.
    View Solution
  • 5
    What does the environment constitute?
    View Solution
  • 6
    What is the dichotomy about causes of environmental degradation in India? How will you solve the dichotomy?
    View Solution
  • 7
    Throw light on the 'Chipko' movement in the Himalayas.
    View Solution
  • 8
    List the factors responsible for land gradation in India.
    View Solution
  • 9
    What do you mean by biocomposting? How is it helpful in promoting sustainable development?
    View Solution
  • 10
    How do the following factors contribute to the environmental crisis in India? What problem do they pose for the government?
    Urbanisation.
    View Solution