Question
What is an ecological balance ? Discuss the important measures needed to prevent ecological imbalances.
Solution
Ecological balance is a state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms in a habitat or ecosystem.
Ecological balance may be disturbed due to introduction of new species, natural hazards or man-made causes.
Some measures should be taken to check these imbalances:
i. Man’s interference should be rational.
ii. Population should be controlled.
iii. Afforestation should be encouraged.
iv. Efforts should be made to preserve the species that are endangered.
v. Prevention of extinction requires sound planning and management.
