Biopest Control Using Neem
Which tree is proving useful for biopest control?
- Banyan
- Peepal
- Neem — Correct Answer
- Eucalyptus
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Neem trees are proving to be quite useful for biopest control. Several types of pest controlling chemicals have been isolated from neem.
Key Points:
- Mixed cropping and growing different crops in consecutive years also help.
- Chemical pesticides contaminated food, soil, water, ground water.
- Even milk, meat, fishes were found contaminated with pesticides.
- Animals like snakes, owls, peacocks, lizards help in pest control.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: Neem is specifically mentioned for pest control chemicals.
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This multiple choice question is from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
