CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In order to prevent the plastic disposal in the ocean by Fishermen, Government suggested the fishermen _________
A
to install Waste bin
B
to install Dirt recycler
C
Not to carry plastic and other waste into deep sea
D
To carry jute bag with them
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -To curb the pollution caused by littered and unmanaged plastic waste, the Government of India has imposed a ban on the manufacture, import, stocking, distribution, sale, and use of identified single-use plastic items, which have low utility and high littering potential all across the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -The government has issued directives at the national, state, and local levels to not supply raw materials to industries that operate in banned items. Additionally, with effect from December 31, 2022, the thickness of plastic carry bags must be increased from 75 microns to 120 microns to allow their re-use.

Detailed explanation-3: -We must use alternatives like cloth bags and paper bags instead of plastic bags. If we are purchasing plastic, we must reuse it. We must avoid drinking bottled water which contributes largely to plastic pollution. The government must put a plastic ban on the use of plastic.

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