Significance of Environmental pollution
Environmental pollution refers to the contamination of natural surroundings due to harmful human activities, significantly impacting health and ecosystems. It encompasses various forms of pollution, including air, water, and soil contamination, often resulting from industrial practices and improper waste disposal. This societal issue poses serious risks to biodiversity and human well-being, prompting calls for greater awareness and sustainable practices. Both historical perspectives and scientific insights stress the urgent need to address environmental pollution for the health of future generations.
Synonyms: Pollution, Environmental degradation, Environmental harm, Contamination, Degradation, Defilement, Impurity, Taint
In Dutch: Milieuvervuiling; In Finnish: Ympäristön saastuminen
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Hindu concept of 'Environmental pollution'
In Hinduism, environmental pollution signifies the detrimental impact of human actions, driven by greed and selfishness, on health and natural surroundings, potentially causing future resource conflicts and degradation of the environment.
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) Pollution arising from human activities that negatively affects health and is predicted to lead to resource conflicts in the future.[1] (2) Environmental pollution denotes the degradation of natural surroundings due to human actions, including greed and selfishness, impacting health and leading to resource scarcity.[2]
The concept of Environmental pollution in local and regional sources
Environmental pollution is a contemporary issue linked to human suffering, ecological imbalance, and contamination by harmful substances. It is a pressing global concern addressed in literature, through educational programs, and highlighted by historical figures advocating for environmental harmony.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A contemporary issue causing human suffering that may prompt a renewed interest in philosophies advocating harmony with nature.[3] (2) The contamination of the environment by harmful substances, an issue that educational institutions aim to address through awareness programs.[4] (3) A pressing global concern addressed in Prof. V. Vidyanath's book 'Environment, Energy, Health'.[5] (4) A societal issue criticized by Gandhi, illustrating his concern for cleanliness and the environment.[6] (5) The degradation of the natural world caused by industrial activity, resulting in threats to life and ecological balance.[7]
The concept of Environmental pollution in scientific sources
Environmental pollution is linked to health issues, including increased sinusitis and allergic conjunctivitis, as pollutants and harmful microorganisms worsen these conditions, particularly in highly industrialized regions like Jamnagar, affecting the overall well-being of populations.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Environmental pollution is the contamination of the natural environment due to harmful substances or waste, which can adversely affect ecosystems and human health.[8] (2) The contamination of the environment that adversely affects health and contributes to the rise of lifestyle-related disorders.[9] (3) Contaminants in the environment that can negatively affect hair and scalp health, emphasizing the need for effective cleansing agents.[10] (4) Contamination of the environment, often resulting from the use of conventional fuels and production methods.[11] (5) The presence of harmful substances in the environment, which has been suggested to be a potential risk factor for ARDS.[12]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Environmental pollution refers to the presence of harmful substances in the environment, which contributes to various health issues, including Pratishyaya and respiratory illnesses.[13] (2) Environmental pollution is identified as a significant cause for the rise in allergic diseases like Allergic Rhinitis, due to increased exposure to irritants.[14] (3) The contamination of the environment due to harmful substances, which Ayurveda seeks to combat through natural therapies.[15] (4) The introduction of harmful contaminants into the natural environment, significantly linked to respiratory diseases like Pratishyaya in modern populations.[16] (5) Environmental Pollution refers to the contamination of air, water, and soil in the environment, identified as a contributing factor to the increased prevalence of nasal diseases.[17]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) Degradation of natural surroundings, which Ayurveda seeks to address through preventative measures.[18] (2) Contamination of the natural environment, contributing to increased incidence of eye diseases among the population.[19] (3) External contaminants affecting health, shown to correlate with declining seminal quality in men according to studies.[20]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) A significant contributor to the occurrence of simple allergic conjunctivitis, particularly in areas like Jamnagar known for high industrial pollution.[21] (2) Environmental pollution is identified as a factor contributing to the rise in sinusitis cases, impacting the health of populations through increased exposure to harmful microorganisms and pollutants.[22]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Contamination of the environment, particularly due to mining activities, affecting air, water, and soil quality.[23]