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What is meant by three types of 'R' (3-R's) to save the environment ? Explain with example how would you follow the 3-R's in your school to save the environment.

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Examples :
(i) Switch off the fans and bulbs when not in use,
(ii) Reuse of paper, polythene bags, etc.,
(iii) Reduce the wastage of water/ paper or any other item
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