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Explain with examples any four measures of conservation of natural resources.

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Conservation of forest:

a. Use non-timber products.

b. Plant more trees and protect them.

c. Over grassing must be controlled.

d. Minimize the use of papers and fuel wood.

e. Avoid of executing developmental works like dam, road and industrial constructions in forest areas

Conservation of soil:

a. Grow different types of plants, herbs, trees and grass in your garden and open areas, which bind the soil and prevent erosion.

b. Don’t use more fertilizer and pesticides.

c. Use nature manure to the crops.

d. While constructing the house don’t uproot the trees as far as possible.

e. Use mixed cropping, so that some specific soil nutrients will not get depleted.

Conservation of water:

a. Use minimum amount of water for all domestic purposes.

b. Check for water leaks in pipes and toilets and repair them promptly.

c. Reuse the soapy water, after washing clothes, for washing off the courtyards, drive ways, etc.

d. Built rainwater harvesting system in your house.

Conservation of energy:

a. Switch off lights, fans and other appliances when not in use.

b. Use solar heater for cooking your food on sunny days, which will cut down your LPG expenses

c. Grow trees near the houses and get a cool breeze and shade this will cut off your electricity charges on air conditioners and coolers.

d. Use always pressure cooker.


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