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Question 1:

What changes would you suggest in your home in order to be environment-friendly?

Answer:

Changes that can be undertaken in our homes to be environment-friendly are listed below:

(i)Switch off the electrical appliances when not in use.

(ii)Turn the taps off while brushing or bathing and repair the leaking taps.

(iii)Throw biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste into separate bins.

(iv)Construct composting pits.

(v)Food items such as jam, pickles, etc., come packed in plastic bottles. These bottles can later be used for storing things in the kitchen.

Question 2:

Can you suggest some changes in your school which would make it environment-friendly?

Answer:

Changes that can be undertaken in our schools to make it environment friendly are listed below:

(i) Electricity can be saved by switching off lights and fans when not required.

(ii) Turn the taps off when not in use.

(iii) Biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes should be thrown into separate bins.

Question 3:

We saw in this chapter that there are four main stakeholders when it comes to forests and wildlife. Which among these should have the authority to decide the management of forest produce? Why do you think so?

Answer:

The forest department of the government should have the authority to decide the management of forest produces. This is because the forest department is the care taker of the forest land and is responsible for any damage to the forest.