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In November 2016, the national capital city, New Delhi faced a severe increase in air pollution levels which continued for more than 2 weeks. Identify the major contributors to this situation from the below-given options.


A

True

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False

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Burning of stubble (crop residue) in the nearby farming villages

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Cigarette smoking

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Solution

The correct options are
A

True


C

Burning of stubble (crop residue) in the nearby farming villages


Air pollution in New Delhi mostly comprises of pollution from human activities. Delhi has more than 7.4 million vehicles on its roads, with an additional 1,200 added each day leading to the increase in emission of pollutants. Stubble burning by farmers in neighbouring states has also been a contributor to the city's misery.


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