Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2022 GS-I
Question

Which country has natural arsenic water contamination ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Bangladesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Bangladesh”.
Bangladesh is known for natural arsenic water contamination, particularly in groundwater sources used for drinking.
The issue has affected millions of people, leading to serious health risks, including arsenic poisoning. This contamination arises primarily from the geological formation of the area, where arsenic-rich minerals leach into the water supply.

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