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2023

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According to the Swiss air tracking index IQAir, which city from India was ranked as the most polluted city and second most polluted city globally within a week between January 29 and February 8?
A
Srinagar
B
Jaipur
C
Kanpur
D
Mumbai
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mumbai has been ranked as the most-polluted city in India and second most polluted city globally within a week between January 29 and February 8, according to Swiss air tracking index IQAir. Top 10 most-polluted cities worldwide: What is IQAir?

Detailed explanation-2: -Bhiwadi in Rajasthan was the most polluted city in India, with annual PM2. 5 levels of 92.7 g/m3, while 60% of Indian cities included in the report had PM2. 5 levels.

Detailed explanation-3: -According to the report, Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla-Comlpex or BKC was found to be the most polluted location this past winter, with an average PM2. 5 measure of 122µg/m³, which is double the 24-hour standard of 60µg/m³ according to the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). The annual standard is 40ug/m3.

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