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Question
Mention the hazards of working in the glass bangles industry.
Solution
The impoverished workers in the glass bangles industry toil in potentially hazardous working conditions while welding. The furnaces they work in have extremely high temperature and lack proper ventilation. Persistently working in low light conditions, without any protective eye gear, leaves them blind. Even burns and cuts are quite common. The workers are quite prone to ailments such as lung cancer.
Notes
A model answer has been provided for students' reference. It is strongly recommended that students prepare the answer based on their own experience and understanding.
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