Which of the insecticides harmful effects came under media attention when health issues in kerala were publicized?
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Endosulfan is the pesticide which came under global media attention, after its hazardous effect on health, was publicised.
This pesticide was used extensively on crops such as cashew, tea, cotton, paddy etc. especially in the Indian state of Kerala.
It is an organochloride insecticide that has now been banned throughout the world. It is highly toxic and effects the endocrine system of humans and animals. It resulted in physical abnormalities, neurotoxicity and other serious condition. The global ban came into effect in 2012.
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