Why in news?
The Centre has issued a draft order banning the manufacture and sale of pesticides on grounds of the grave risk they pose to humans and animals.
What pesticides would be banned?
How much pesticide is used in Punjab?
On which crops are these 27 pesticides mainly used?
What are the alternatives available to farmers?
Which methods are used to control pests under IPM?
How does regular monitoring & surveillance help against pest attacks?
How else is less usage of pesticides beneficial?
Source: Indian Express