UPSC Prelims 2019 · Question 99 of 99
UPSC Prelims 2019 question on Carbofuran Pesticides
- ExamUPSC CSE
- Year2019
- PaperGeneral Studies Paper I
- SubjectEnvironment and Ecology
- TopicAgriculture and Environment
- DifficultyMedium
- TypeDirect
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as
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Answer: A. pesticides in agriculture
Verdict
Correct answer: pesticides in agriculture → Option (a).
Analysis
Carbofuran, phorate, methyl parathion, monocrotophos, methyl demethon, prophenphos and triazophos are pesticides used in agriculture.
These pesticides are viewed with apprehension because of their high toxicity to humans, birds, and other non-target organisms. As reports of Fall armyworm (FAW) infestations started pouring in from across the country, the Central Insecticide Board and Registration Committee (CIBRC) had allowed spraying of select insecticides/formulations including Carbofuran, Phorate, Thiamethoxam plus Lambda-cyhalothrin, and Chlorantranilipole.
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