Why is government of India imposing a ban on the use of polythene bags? Suggest two alternatives to these bags and explain how this ban is likely to improve the environment.

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Polythene bags are most commonly dispersed in the environment and have a very slow rate of decomposition. They are very dangerous to organisms, as they may remain in the digestive system if consumed and cause diseases. Polythene bags remain in the soil, reduce soil fertility and obstructs water seepage. They clog drains and can cause floods during heavy rains. Therefore, instead of polythene bags, jute bags and paper bags can be used as they are biodegradable and do not cause pollution. This will also help jute and paper industry to flourish and provide employment to lots of people.

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The court passed an order to ban polythene bags as

(i) These bags are creating many environmental problems which affect the lives of people in general.

(ii) Society, in general, is more concerned about quality of life.

(iii) the government decided to give subsidy to the jute industry to promote this business.

(iv) Innovative techniques are being developed to manufacture jute bags at low rates.

(v) Incomes are rising and people can afford to buy these bags.

Identify the different dimensions of business environment by quoting the lines from the above particulars.

Statement: Should there be a total ban on use of plastic bags?

Arguments:

I. No, instead the thickness of plastic bags, which can be used without much damage to the environment, should be specified.

II. Yes, use of plastic bags causes various problems like water pollution and water logging and hence, it is necessary to ban it.

Question 19

Recently, a ban on plastic bags has been imposed in many places. Is the ban justified? Give reasons in three sentences.

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