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What steps taken for protection and conservation of natural resources ?

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The following steps are taken/can be taken to conserve natural resources like:

Conservation of minerals:
  • Improving the technology to allow use of low grade ores at low costs.
  • Recycling of metals.
  • Using scrap metals and other substitutes.
  • Using the available minerals in a planned manner.

Conservation of forests:
  • Indiscriminate deforestation should be prohibited.
  • Wastage of timber and firewood should be avoided.
  • Forest fires should be prevented.
  • Reforestation of deforested areas should be undertaken.
  • Excessive grazing of cattle in forests should be discouraged.
  • Pests and diseases affecting forest trees should be chemically and biologically controlled.

Conservation of water:
  • Clothes should be washed in washing machines only when the machine is filled to its maximum loading capacity.
  • Taps must be closed while washing utensils, brushing teeth, shaving etc.
  • Trees should be planted in the monsoon season when temperatures are lower and rainfall is sufficient.
  • Promote rain water harvesting and drip irrigation.

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