Question

Narendra spread over dose of pesticides on this cotton crop. Ramesh says it is a hazard to bio diversity and crop yield. Can you support Ramesh? How?

Answer 1

• Pesticides are chemical substances used to control pests as well as weeds, they include herbicides, insecticides etc.
• Over dosage of pesticides can lead to:-

1. Reduced control of the target organisms.

2. Damage to non-target plants and animals.

3. Environmental damage.

4. It may disrupt the natural balance in ecosystem.