1. UAE Government has banned single use of plastic carry bags. Shopkeepers and malls are advised to promote the use of reusable paper and cloth bags. What is a likely reason for the ban of plastic?
(a) as part of a wider initiative to protect the environment and reduce waste.
(b) They get completely burnt and removed from the environment.
(c) They get degrade naturally in the soil to release harmful substances.
(d) They require a large number of bacteria for their degradation.