question_answer 4)

How can you as an individual contribute or make a difference to the management of (a) forest and wildlife, (b) water resources, and (c) coal and petroleum.

Answer:

The contribution to conserve these natural resources in as follows: (a) An extensive campaign of awareness among common people about the significance of forest and wildlife in our life through direct public contact, poster exhibitions and newspaper articles. (b) Self practice as well as advice people to rationalize the use of water. At the same time, adopt water harvesting system and drip irrigation system. (c) Minimizing the use of coal in houses as well as advising friends and relatives to use nonpolluting fuel for cooking. Instead of using own vehicle, prefer public transport system to save petrol.