Question

Which of the following is/are the benefits of the organic farming?
(i) It reduces the risks of humans, animals and environmental exposure to toxic materials.
(ii) It reduces the soil erosion.
(iii) It enriches the soil with microbial growth.

• A. (i) only
• B. (ii) only
• C. (ii) and (iii) only
• D. (i), (ii) and (iii)

Answer 1

The correct option is D (i), (ii) and (iii)

Organic farming is the practice of farming or raising of crops and livestock without using inorganic chemical fertilizers, pesticides or any other genetically modified organisms. Organic farming follows a healthy way of farming for both crops as well as consumers. In this method, composted organic manure is used for the nutrition of crops and thus, improve the organic content and fertility of the soil. It also helps in reducing soil erosion. It enriches the soil with microbial growth and does not pollute the environment.