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प्रश्न
Write the answer in your own words.
What measures will you take to control noise pollution?
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उत्तर
The following measures can be taken to control noise pollution:
- To control noise pollution, we must control its source. Hence, silencers must be installed in vehicles such as motorcycles, cars, trucks, buses, and other noise-producing machines.
- We should watch television and listen to music at a low volume. Also, use of loudspeakers as well as horns of buses and trucks should be minimized.
- Regular maintenance of automobiles should be done so that noise produced by them can be kept under check.
- All industrial work should be done away from residential areas.
- More trees should be planted in residential areas, as they help in reducing noise.
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Complete the table.
| Nature of sound | Unpleasant | Pleasant |
| Speaking | ||
| Whispering | ||
| Aeroplane sounds | ||
| Horns of Vehicles | ||
| Railway Engine | ||
| Rustling of leaves | ||
| Neighing of a horse | ||
| Ticking of a clock |
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