What are the challenges that India faces in managing its environment sustainably
Describe the major challenges that India faces in managing its environment sustainably.
- Population growth and increasing urbanization leading to greater demands on natural resources and increased pollution levels
- Limited access to clean water and sanitation facilities, resulting in waterborne diseases and poor health outcomes
- Pressure on forests and other natural resources due to expanding agriculture and industrial activities, leading to deforestation, habitat destruction, and loss of biodiversity
- High levels of air pollution, primarily due to industrial emissions, vehicular traffic, and burning of crop residues
- Climate change and its associated impacts, such as extreme weather events and sea-level rise
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