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Accepted: 5 November 2024

First Online: 27 November 2024

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: As the authors are non-native English speakers, during the preparation of this work, they used ChatGPT to polish the language of the paper suitably. After using this tool, all authors reviewed and edited the content as needed and take full responsibility for the content of the publication.

: This study was conducted in accordance with ethical guidelines and principles stipulated by the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.

: All participants in this study provided informed consent for their involvement. Participants were fully informed about the study's purpose, procedures, potential risks, and benefits and voluntarily agreed to participate.

: By submitting this manuscript, all authors affirm that they have reviewed the final version of the paper and provide their consent for its publication in Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

: The authors have no relevant financial or non-financial interests to disclose.This table specifically addresses the remedies tailored to address challenges with an average rating of 2.5 or higher on the provided rating scale.