The correct answer is: d) All of the above.
Sikkim’s declaration as an ‘Organic State’ was a landmark initiative for promoting sustainable agriculture, reducing pollution, and conserving biodiversity.
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Promoting sustainable agriculture: Organic agriculture is a method of crop and livestock production that involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, antibiotics and growth hormones. Organic production is a holistic system designed to optimize the productivity and fitness of diverse communities within the agro-ecosystem, including soil organisms, plants, livestock and people. The principal goal of organic production is to develop enterprises that are sustainable and harmonious with the environment.
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Reducing pollution: Organic agriculture helps to reduce pollution by using natural methods of pest control and fertilization. This can help to improve air and water quality, and protect wildlife habitats.
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Conserving biodiversity: Organic agriculture helps to conserve biodiversity by promoting the use of diverse crop rotations and cover crops. This can help to protect native plants and animals, and prevent soil erosion.
In addition, organic agriculture can help to improve the livelihoods of farmers and rural communities. By providing a more sustainable way of farming, organic agriculture can help to reduce poverty and improve food security.