Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016
Q. Which of the following is/are true regarding Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016?
1) The state government shall be responsible for proper management of construction and demolition waste.
2) The state government shall sanction the waste management plan- Published on 30 Mar 16a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
ANSWER: Neither 1 nor 2
- Local Authority shall be responsible for proper management of construction and demolition waste within its jurisdiction including placing appropriate containers for collection of waste, removal at regular intervals, transportation to appropriate sites for processing and disposal.
- LA shall seek detailed plan or undertaking as applicable, from generator of construction and demolition waste and sanction the waste management plan; seek assistance from concerned authorities for safe disposal of construction and demolition waste contaminated with industrial hazardous or toxic material or nuclear waste if any.