NEET Biology question

Why are chemical pesticides gradually being replaced with biological alternatives in agriculture (as emphasised in NCERT)?

(A)Because chemicals are highly toxic to humans and animals and cause pollutionCorrect
(B)Because chemicals are completely ineffective against all pests
(C)Because biological alternatives are always cheaper to manufacture
(D)Because chemicals improve soil fertility

Answer: (A)

Solution

NCERT explicitly states that chemical pesticides and fertilisers are harmful because of their toxicity and polluting

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