Question:

Which of the following is/are not true in the context of the passage?

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Be careful with regional references and pollution sources mentioned.
Updated On: Mar 20, 2026
  • Eastern and Southern states are worst hit in winter by burning of biomass.
  • The smallest particulate matter PM2.5 penetrates and gets lodged in lungs.
  • Data on fine particulates in India show that in several locations the pollutants come from the smoke emitted by vehicles.
  • None is true
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation


Step 1:
The passage says northern and eastern states are worst-hit, not southern states.
Step 2:
It mentions biomass burning, coal, wood, cow dung cakes — not vehicles.
Step 3:
Thus option (c) is not true in the passage context.
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