Question

The reasons for excessive generation of wastes are:

1. Use and throw policy.
2. Increased availability of packaged food.
3. Increased construction wastes.
4. Non-sorting of dry and wet wastes.

Options

• (i), (iii) and (iv)

• (i), (ii) and (iii)

• (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

• (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Answer 1

(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Explanation:

All the given factors contribute to excessive waste generation. The use-and-throw policy increases disposable items, while packaged food leads to more plastic waste. Construction activities produce large amounts of debris, and non-sorting of dry and wet waste prevents proper recycling and reuse. Hence, all statements are correct.