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What adequate step should be taken to prevent pollution without hampering the development process?

Some of the ways of preventing pollution without hampering the development process are as below:

1. Reducing dependence on fossil fuels and moving towards renewable energy options.


2. Conserving energy by switching off appliances when not in use.


3. Modifying a production process to reduce waste generation.


4. Following the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.


5. Promoting afforestation.


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