A recent Bharat Pulse survey titled “The New Age” by NewsX has shed light on public attitudes toward air pollution, offering valuable insights into the gender composition and overall sentiment regarding this pressing issue.
The survey had a sample size of 1,631 participants, consisting of 87% males (1,412 respondents) and 13% females (219 respondents), reflecting diverse yet predominantly male perspectives.
Air Pollution Concern
When asked, “Are you concerned about air pollution?” the responses were as follows:
Bharat Pulse Survey- Air Pollution
- Yes: 68% of respondents expressed concern, acknowledging the critical impact of air pollution.
- No: 31% of respondents stated they are not concerned, suggesting skepticism or a lack of immediate impact.
- ‘Maybe’ :1% of respondents were uncertain, reflecting a neutral or uninformed stance.
Urgency to address Air Pollution
The results show that 68% of the public is very concerned about air pollution, indicating how urgent it is to address this health and environmental issue. The 1% who are unsure and 31% who are unconcerned, however, suggest that there may be awareness or perceived relevance gaps.
Call to Action
This survey emphasizes the need for targeted efforts to address air pollution, with a large sample size and unambiguous findings.
The 68% of respondents who expressed concern should be actively engaged by governments and environmental organizations in order to raise awareness and encourage group action.
In addition, targeted campaigns are needed to inform the 31% of people who don’t care about the real effects of air pollution on the environment and human health.
Lastly, ‘new’ strategies should be implemented to ensure the issue resonates with diverse audiences, fostering a more inclusive and effective approach to combating air pollution.
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