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Which of the following is NOT an environmental concern?

This question was previously asked in
RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Raising ozone layer

Environmental Concern Identification

This question requires identifying the option that does NOT represent a negative environmental issue or concern.

  • Increasing consumption and use of plastics: This is a major environmental concern due to plastic waste and pollution accumulating in ecosystems.
  • Raising ozone layer: This statement is ambiguous. The actual environmental concern is ozone layer depletion, which harms life on Earth. A 'raising' or stable ozone layer is generally not considered a concern; it's the thinning that is problematic. Thus, this option does not represent a current environmental problem.
  • Global warming: This refers to the significant increase in Earth's average temperature due to greenhouse gas emissions, posing severe risks to the planet. It is a critical environmental concern.
  • Growing pollution levels: This encompasses various forms of pollution (air, water, soil), which degrade environmental quality and harm health, representing a clear environmental concern.

Therefore, the option that is NOT an environmental concern is the 'Raising ozone layer'.

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