Sikkim was declared India's first fully organic state in January 2016. The state government implemented policies over a decade to convert its agricultural land to organic farming, banning the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This initiative aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture, protecting the environment, and ensuring the health of its citizens.
Which province of India is the first to have complete organic farming?
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Environment and Sustainable Development (Renewable Energy Sources and Sustainable Energy Solutions)
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