According to a global assessment of Nitrous Oxide (N2O) emissions, which country is the world’s second largest source of nitrous oxide (N2O)?

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India ranks as the world\'s second largest emitter of nitrous oxide (N2O), a potent greenhouse gas. In 2020, India contributed nearly 11% of global man-made N2O emissions, following China\'s 16%. These emissions primarily stem from nitrogen-based fertilizers and animal manure used in agriculture. Despite this, India\'s per capita emissions are relatively low at 0.8 kg/person compared to other top emitters like China, the US, Brazil, and Russia.

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India India ranks as the world\'s second largest emitter of nitrous oxide (N2O), a potent greenhouse gas. In 2020, India contributed nearly 11% of global man-made N2O emissions, following China\'s 16%. These emissions primarily stem from nitrogen-based fertilizers and animal manure used in agriculture. Despite this, India\'s per capita emissions are relatively low at 0.8 kg/person compared to other top emitters like China, the US, Brazil, and Russia.

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