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It is said that the Taj Mahal may be destroyed due to :

A

Flood in Yamuna river

B

Air pollutants released from oil refinery of Mathura

C

Decomposition of marble as a result of high temperature

D

All the above

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the potential causes for the destruction of the Taj Mahal. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option A**: Flooding of the Yamuna River. - **Option B**: Air pollutants released from the oil refinery of Mathura. - **Option C**: Decomposition of marble due to high temperature. - **Option D**: All of the above. 3. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Option A (Flooding of the Yamuna River)**: While flooding can cause damage, it is not the primary concern for the Taj Mahal's deterioration. - **Option B (Air pollutants from Mathura)**: This is a significant concern. The oil refinery releases harmful air pollutants like Nitrogen Dioxide and Sulphur Dioxide, which can lead to acid rain. - **Option C (Decomposition due to high temperature)**: High temperatures can affect materials, but the primary issue for the Taj Mahal is not temperature alone but the chemical reactions caused by pollutants. - **Option D (All of the above)**: Since Options A and C are not the main causes, this option cannot be correct. 4. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: The most significant threat to the Taj Mahal comes from air pollutants released from the oil refinery in Mathura, which leads to acid rain that reacts with the marble. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is **Option B**: Air pollutants released from the oil refinery of Mathura.
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