Q. ‘Silent Spring’ a landmark book written by Rachel Carson (in 1962) highlighted the environmental problems due to which of the following?

[A] Excessive use of pesticides

[B] Excessive air pollution due to industrial operations and vehicles in cities

[C] Excessive noise produced by industrial operations and vehicles in cities

[D] Both (a) and (b)

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: The book ‘Silent Spring’ published in 1962 which set the tone for an environmental movement in the world, was written by Rachel Carson.

Silent Spring is an environmental science book which documents the adverse environmental effects caused by the indiscriminate use of pesticides.

Her notable books were The Edge of the Sea, The Sense of Wonder and Lost Woods.

Source: ForumIAS

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