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1. Which rice variety is being promoted by the government as a viable alternative to Pusa-44 to address the issue of farm fires in Punjab and Haryana?
Pusa-2090 is a new rice variety identified as a suitable replacement for Pusa-44 due to its similar yield potential and earlier harvest timing. This variety can be harvested in early to mid-October, eliminating the need for stubble burning, a major contributor to air pollution. By promoting Pusa-2090, the government aims to reduce environmental degradation and conserve groundwater, addressing concerns associated with Pusa-44, which has been linked to increased stubble burning and groundwater depletion in Punjab.