Environmental Impact of Textile Industry in Tirupur

What is the primary environmental issue faced by the Noyyal River?

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

• Chemical pollution from textile industries

• Overfishing

Which brands are mentioned as sourcing from Tirupur?

• Levi's and Wrangler

• Nike and Adidas

• GAP and H&M

• Zara and Uniqlo

What transformation did Tirupur undergo in the late 1970s?

• From a mining town to a tech city

• From a farmland to an industrial hub

• From a fishing village to a tourist spot

• From a desert to a green oasis

What is a significant challenge faced by small manufacturers in Tirupur?

• Lack of raw materials

• Inability to afford wastewater treatment

• Competition from local markets

• High labor costs

What role do activists play in addressing pollution in Tirupur?

• They ignore the issue

• They support illegal dumping

• They advocate for legal action and awareness

• They promote increased industrial activity

What is the impact of pollution on local agriculture in Tirupur?

• Increased crop yields

• Improved soil fertility

• Decline in crop yields and soil fertility

• Expansion of agricultural land

What is a common consequence of outsourcing pollution to developing countries?

• Increased local employment

• Improved environmental conditions

• Higher product prices

• Social and environmental degradation

What has been the economic impact on the textile industry due to pollution control measures?

• Increased profits

• No change in profits

• Decline in profits

• Complete shutdown of the industry

What is the state of the Noyyal River near its source?

• Polluted and frothy

• Dry and barren

• Frozen and icy

• Clear and drinkable

What is a potential future concern for the Noyyal River?

• Repeating history of pollution in other areas

• Becoming a major tourist attraction

• Becoming a major shipping route

• Turning into a desert