Question

List any three steps taken by the government to manage waste.

Answer 1

1. Implementing Mandatory Waste Segregation: Promoting and enforcing the segregation of solid waste at the source into biodegradable (wet) and non-biodegradable (dry) categories to streamline recycling and composting processes.
2. Launching National Cleanliness and Sanitation Campaigns: Introducing large-scale government frameworks like the Swachh Bharat Mission to improve public sanitation, eliminate open dumping, and build structured community waste collection and disposal systems.
3. Enforcing Regulations on Plastic and Hazardous Waste: Introducing specific legislative measures such as the Plastic Waste Management Rules and E-Waste Management Rules along with guidelines requiring road developers to use shredded plastic mixed with bitumen for constructing durable roads.