Question

What are the measures to control soil pollution?

Answer 1

1. Proper disposal of solid waste instead of dumping it openly on land.
2. Reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and encourage organic manure and biofertilizers.
3. Recycle and reuse materials such as paper, plastic, glass and metals.
4. Treat industrial wastes and sewage before disposal on land.
5. Avoid excessive use of plastics and other non-biodegradable materials.
6. Promote afforestation and maintain vegetation cover to prevent soil degradation and erosion.
7. Segregate biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste for proper treatment and disposal.