Question

What are the reasons for crop burning?

• A. Increased mechanization
• B. Declining livestock
• C. No alternate use of residue
• D. Long period required for composting
• E. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is E All of the above

The problem of crop residue burning has been intensifying over the years, with Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh being the major burning hotspots. Increased mechanization, declining number of livestock, long period required for composting and no economically viable alternate use of residues are some of the reasons for residues being burnt in field.