Question

UPSC Prelims 2021 Question:

‘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 (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 1: environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

R2 stands for Responsible Recycling and is a standard specifically created for the electronics recycling industry by Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI).
- SERI is the housing body and ANSI-accredited Standards Development Organization for the R2 Standard: Responsible Recycling Practices for Use in Accredited Certifications Programs.
R2 certification is intended for electronics recyclers. The certified companies should have a policy on managing used and end-of-life electronics equipment, components and materials based on strategies such as reuse, materials and energy recovery and/or disposal.

Therefore, option (1) is the correct answer.

Subject: Environment | Acts and Policies

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