Among industry, farming and cultural activities, which is the most significant source of water pollution?
AFishing
BIndustry
CPilgrimage
DTourism
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Industry
1. Humans pollute water through industry, agriculture and culture.
2. Industry is the most significant.
3. Leather, pulp, textiles and chemicals pollute most.
_Source: syllabus Geography, India People and Economy, Chapter 12, Geographical Perspective on Selected Issues and Problems._
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