Endosulfon, which has been in news these days, is

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Q: 117 (CDS-II/2011)
Endosulfon, which has been in news these days, is

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Science

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CDS-II

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{'endosulfon': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'pesticide': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'sulfa drug': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'antibiotic': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'fertilizer': [2, 0, 0, 3], 'news': [0, 1, 17, 65]}

The correct answer is option 1: Endosulfon is a pesticide.

A pesticide is a chemical substance used to control or eliminate pests such as insects, weeds, fungi, and rodents. Endosulfon is one such pesticide that has been in the news recently.

Option 2, a fertilizer, is incorrect. Fertilizers are substances added to the soil or plants to provide essential nutrients for growth, whereas endosulfon is not used for this purpose.

Option 3, a sulfa drug, is also incorrect. Sulfa drugs are a type of antibiotic that contains sulfonamides and are used to treat bacterial infections. Endosulfon is not a sulfa drug.

Option 4, an antibiotic, is incorrect as well. Antibiotics are drugs designed to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. Endosulfon does not possess antibiotic properties.

In conclusion, endosulfon is a pesticide and not a fertilizer, sulfa drug, or antibiotic. It is important to understand the correct usage and effects of such chemical substances to ensure their safe and effective use.