alleryWhich of these is a main culprit of industrial water pollution?
ATanneries near rivers
BPublic libraries in towns
CBakeries in villages
DVillage schools near rivers
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Tanneries near rivers
Tanneries release dyes, acids and heavy metals into water bodies, which makes them major water polluters.
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