Question

Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOT)

Why is the Government imposing ban on the use of polythene bags and plastics? Suggest alternatives. How is this ban likely to improve the environment?

Answer 1

• Government is imposing a ban on the use of plastic bags and plastics because,

1. Plastics pollute on land, rivers, ponds and all water bodies and soil, etc.
2. Burning of plastic in open air leads to environmental pollution, due to the release of poisonous gas.
3. The accumulation of plastic bags and plastics prevent the seeping of water into the Earth, which brings down the levels of groundwater.
4. Plastic bags can travel long distances by wind and water. They litter our landscapes and water bodies.

 

• Alternatives:

1. Bring your own containers and bags to buy things from the shop.
2. Use paper wraps or compostable bags with cloth or brown paper.

• Improvement of the environment on plastic ban:

1. Improve the health of individuals.
2. Driving to innovate alternatives.
3. Plastic pollution reduced.
4. The nation is safe.