Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Air Quality Index (AQI) in India:
1.PM₂.₅, PM₁₀, nitrogen dioxide, ozone, and carbon monoxide are among the pollutants measured under AQI.
2.The ‘Poor’ category in India’s AQI corresponds to an index value range of 201300.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • AQI in India measures multiple pollutants, including PM₂.₅, PM₁₀, NO₂, O₃, CO, and others like SO₂, NH₃, Pb, and benzene.
  • The ‘Poor’ category covers AQI values from 201 to 300, indicating breathing discomfort on prolonged exposure.

Source: Environment (N.C.E.R.T)

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