Question

Is it possible to reduce the problems relating to disposal of garbage?
[3 marks]
[NCERT Textbook Q2(b)]
[Dealing with Garbage]

Answer 1

Solution:

Yes, it is possible to reduce the problems relating to disposal of garbage to a large extent. (0.5 marks)

By adopting the following measures, problems related to garbage disposal can be reduced:

• Garbage should be disposed only at appropriate places and not everywhere like parks, roads, and streets. (0.5 marks)
• Reusable/recyclable garbage should be separated before final disposal of the garbage so as to reduce the volume of garbage. (0.5 marks)
• Reduce: Reducing the amount of waste we generate by using a minimum amount of resources to fulfill our requirements. (0.5 marks)
• Reuse: Making use of reusable things again and again until they become obsolete instead of disposing them. (0.5 marks)
• Recycle: Recyclable garbage can be sent for recycling and can be used again instead of disposing them. (0.5 marks)