Q. In the context of ozone depletion, consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is B
2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: ODS have drastically decreased in atmosphere due to successful implementation of the Montreal Protocol.

Statement 2 is correct: India completely phased out production and consumption of Chlorofluorocarbons, carbon tetrachloride and halons, man-made chemicals responsible for the depletion of the Ozone Layer.

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