In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as? Pesticides in agriculture? Preservatives in processed foods? [2019]

In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as

Carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate, and triazophos are all chemicals primarily used as pesticides in agricultural practices. These chemicals are known for their health risks and environmental concerns, leading to their cautious use and regulation in India and other countries.The Indian Government prohibited 17 pesticides for import, manufacture or sale in 2018. These 17 pesticides are Alachlor, Benomyl, Carbaryl, Diazinon, Dichlorvos, Fenarimol, Fenthion, Linuron, Methoxyethyl Mercury Chloride (MEMC), Methyl Parathion, Phorate, Phosphamidon, Sodium Cyanide, Thiometon, Triazophos, Tridemorph, and Trichlorfon. Carbofuran 3% Encapsulated Granule (CG) is not banned in India, but all other formulations of Carbofuran are banned. The manufacture, import, storage, sale, distribution, use, etc of pesticides are regulated by the Insecticides Act, 1968, and the Insecticides Rules, 1971 made thereunder.