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UPSC 2019: In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These are
(a)pesticides in agriculture
(b)preservatives in processed foods
(c)fruit-ripening agents
(d)moisturising agents in cosmetics
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (b) preservatives in processed foods
Adriatic Sea does touch Albania; the Black Sea does NOT border Croatia; the Caspian Sea borders Kazakhstan; the Mediterranean Sea borders Morocco; the Red Sea does NOT border Syria. Therefore only pairs 1, 3 and 4 are correct, matching option (b). ([edukemy.com](https://edukemy.com/blog/upsc-prelims-2019-question-36/?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (b): preservatives in processed foods. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2019, GS Paper 1, as Question 36. It falls under Geography > World Political Geography & Borders.
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This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.
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