Plastic Waste — Prelims Questions

With reference to Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, consider the following statements: 1. The rules extend to rural areas. 2. The minimum thickness of plastic carry bags was initially mandated as 50 microns. 3. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) was introduced for producers, importers, and brand owners. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following single-use plastic items were banned in India from July 1, 2022, as per the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021? 1. Plastic carry bags below 120 microns 2. Plastic plates and cups 3. Plastic sticks for balloons 4. Multi-layered packaging for chips Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following statements best describes 'Extended Producer Responsibility' (EPR) in the context of plastic waste management?

Consider the following statements regarding microplastics: 1. They are plastic particles typically larger than 5 millimeters in size. 2. They can absorb and transport harmful pollutants in the environment. 3. They are found in marine environments, freshwater, soil, and air. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following technologies is/are considered a form of 'chemical recycling' for plastic waste? 1. Pyrolysis 2. Mechanical shredding 3. Gasification 4. Depolymerization Select the correct answer using the code given below: