Waste Management Crisis — MCQ Practice
Interactive MCQ Practice
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Which of the following statements regarding the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, is/are correct? 1. The rules mandate source segregation of waste into three streams: wet, dry, and domestic hazardous waste. 2. They extend to urban agglomerations, census towns, and areas under the control of Indian Railways. 3. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is explicitly introduced for all types of municipal solid waste. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements regarding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in India: 1. EPR is currently applicable only to e-waste and plastic packaging waste. 2. Under EPR, producers are solely responsible for the financial costs of waste collection and recycling. 3. The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, introduced a credit-based system for EPR. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following constitutional provisions directly or indirectly relate to environmental protection and waste management in India? 1. Article 21 2. Article 48A 3. Article 51A(g) 4. Article 243W Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements best describes the 'Circular Economy' approach to waste management?
Regarding the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021 and 2022, consider the following: 1. The minimum thickness of plastic carry bags has been increased to 120 microns. 2. It mandates Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for producers, importers, and brand-owners (PIBOs). 3. It introduced a complete ban on all types of plastic packaging from July 1, 2022. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?