UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2021

'R2 Code of Practices' constitutes a tool available for promoting the adoption of

  1. environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry
  2. ecological management of 'Wetlands of International Importance' under the Ramsar Convention
  3. sustainable practices in the cultivation of agricultural crops in degraded lands
  4. 'Environmental Impact Assessment' in the exploitation of natural resources

Answer

Correct Answer

environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry

Explanation

R2 (Responsible Recycling) is a voluntary standard/code of practices for the electronics recycling industry, promoting environmentally and socially responsible handling, refurbishing and recycling of e-waste. It has no connection with Ramsar wetlands, farming on degraded land or EIA.

Topics: environment, e-waste management, pollution & waste management, r2 code of practices for electronics recycling