17. Higher order thinking skills (HOTS) II

Exercise condition:

3 m.

1. Why is the Government imposing a ban on the use of polythene bags and plastics? Suggest alternatives. How is this ban likely to improve the environment?

a. Government is imposing a ban on the use of plastic bags and plastics because:

Accumulation of plastics prevents seepage of water
Plastics pollute land, soil and various water bodies
Burning of plastics lead to the release of poisonous gases
Plastics cannot be degraded naturally by microorganisms
All of the above

b. Alternatives that can be used include:

Using jute and cloth bags in place of polythene bags
All of the above
Bringing own containers and bags to purchase things from shop
Using paper wraps or compostable bags with cloth or brown paper

c. Improvement of the environment due to the plastic ban:

All of the above
Improves health of the individuals as humans will not be exposed to health hazards caused by use of plastics
It will lead to decrease in challenges faced by Government in disposal of plastics
Pollution due to plastic is reduced

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