For the first time, India notified Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules
Q. The centre has notified rules pertaining to disposal and recycling of what type of waste, for the first time?- Published on 30 Mar 16a. Construction waste
b. Demolition Waste
c. Plastic Waste
d. Both a and b
ANSWER: Both a and b
Taking a huge step towards handling air pollution dust from construction activities, centre has notified the first ever Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules for stipulation of proper disposal and recycling of waste. Rules to be implemented by local civic authorities to reduce pressure on fresh resources and tackle air pollution triggered by dust particles. Littering or obstruction to public drains, water bodies, traffic and direct dumping of construction and demolition waste in landfill sites were prohibited under the rules.
- Local authorities must commission the construction and demolition waste management rules
- Massive generators of C&D waste will pay charges for collection, transportation, processing and disposal by concerned authorities.