Stubble Burning — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements regarding stubble burning in India is/are correct? 1. It is predominantly observed in the post-Kharif harvest season. 2. Happy Seeder is an ex-situ crop residue management technique. 3. The Pusa bio-decomposer helps in accelerating the decomposition of stubble. 4. Punjab and Haryana are the only states affected by stubble burning.

Consider the following pollutants: 1. Carbon Monoxide 2. Methane 3. Black Carbon 4. Sulphur Dioxide Which of the above are released into the atmosphere due to stubble burning?

Which of the following factors contribute to the long-range transport of pollutants from stubble burning to Delhi-NCR? 1. Prevailing north-westerly winds during October-November. 2. Shallow atmospheric boundary layer. 3. Temperature inversions. 4. High humidity levels.

Which of the following is NOT an ex-situ crop residue management technique?

Consider the following statements regarding the impact of stubble burning: 1. It enhances soil fertility in the long run by adding nutrients. 2. It contributes to the formation of ground-level ozone. 3. It can lead to increased road accidents due to reduced visibility. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?