Himalayan nettle sustainable resource
Question
Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) because it is found to be a sustainable source of
(a) anti-malarial drug (b) biodiesel (c) pulp for paper industry (d) textile fibre
Options
anti-malarial drug
biodiesel
pulp for paper industry
textile fibre
Explanation
Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) has gained attention as a sustainable source of textile fibre due to its strong and durable fibres that can be processed into fabric. The plant grows naturally in the Himalayan region and provides an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic fibres. Unlike anti-malarial drugs which come from other plants like artemisia, biodiesel which requires oil-rich seeds, or paper pulp which requires wood, the nettle plant's fibre properties make it particularly suitable for textile applications. This sustainable resource has economic potential for local communities in Himalayan regions. > Himalayan nettle: textile fibre source; sustainable, eco-friendly alternative. Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2019
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q31
Subject
Environment
Sub-topic
Sustainable materials and biodiversity
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Current Affairs 2018-2019
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