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If minerals are not used in a sustained manner, what will be its effect on the national economy? What measures can we take to solve this issue?
Asked by Abha | 28 Feb, 2016, 01:38: AM
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Conservation of mineral resources is essential because they are a country’s valuable possession. They are used as raw materials in many industries and help in the economic development of a nation. If do not use than in a sustainable manner, then the industrial production will drastically decline. This will not only reduce production but also hit country’s exports. Country’s import of minerals and mineral based finished products will also rise. This will reduce country’s income and valuable foreign reserves negatively affecting the Indian economy.

Conservation of minerals and using them in sustainable fashion is an important measure which needs to be taken to solve this issue. Minerals can be conserved in the following ways:
  • Minerals should be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
  • Technology should be upgraded to allow the use of low-grade ore at low costs.
  • Recycling of metals also results in the conservation of mineral resources.
  • Non-conventional sources of energy should be harnessed for the generation of electricity.
  • Small steps should be taken by every individual such as using public transport, car pooling and switching off lights and fans when not in use. Using power-saving devices also go a long way in conserving minerals and energy resources.

 

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