Question

Which among the following are the objectives of the initiative taken by the government to promote the installation of smokeless stoves at the national level?

• A. Eradication of the problem of collecting fuelwood.
• B. Reduction in the emission of harmful smoke and pollution.
• C. Saving fuelwood by using stoves.
• D. Reduction in the use of organic matter as fuels.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

Saving fuelwood by using stoves.

The government of India has taken the initiative to promote the installation of smokeless stoves. By installing smokeless stoves, the government wants to save fuel, eradicate the problem of collecting fuelwood and reduce pollution. According to estimates of the government, about 700 kg of fuelwood can be saved per year just by using one stove.