{"id":68663,"date":"2024-04-20T10:30:40","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=68663"},"modified":"2024-04-20T10:30:40","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:30:40","slug":"excessive-use-of-pesticides-and-fertilizers-in-punjab-can","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/excessive-use-of-pesticides-and-fertilizers-in-punjab-can\/","title":{"rendered":"Excessive use of pesticides and fertilizers in Punjab can:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Harm beneficial insects&#8221; option2=&#8221;Contaminate water bodies&#8221; option3=&#8221;Impact soil health&#8221; option4=&#8221;All of the above&#8221; correct=&#8221;option4&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>d) All of the above<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Excessive use of pesticides and fertilizers in Punjab can have a number of negative consequences, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Harming beneficial insects: Pesticides are designed to kill pests, but they can also harm beneficial insects, such as pollinators. This can disrupt the ecosystem and lead to a decline in crop yields.<\/li>\n<li>Contaminating water bodies: Pesticides and fertilizers can run off into waterways, where they can harm fish and other aquatic life. They can also contaminate drinking water supplies.<\/li>\n<li>Impacting soil health: Pesticides and fertilizers can damage soil structure and reduce the amount of organic matter in the soil. 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