Neet Solved Paper 2015 Question 89
Question: Rachel Carsons famous book Silent Spring is related to
Options:
A) pesticide pollution
B) noise pollution
C) population explosion
D) ecosystem management
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- Silent spring documents the detrimental effect of indiscriminated use of pesticides, on the environment and both its components. The book spurred the authorities and caused a reversal in pesticide usage policies also, ensuring a nationwide ban on DDT use in agricultural fields. Environmental protection agencies and acts were created as the result of jarring awareness caused by the book.
