Correct option is B
Explanation:
As per the Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management Rules, 2016, issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), India:
Waste generators who generate 300 tons or more per project per month are mandated to:
· Segregate construction and demolition waste into recyclable and reusable fractions.
· Obtain approval of a waste management plan from the local authority.
· Maintain a record of waste generation and disposal.
This provision is aimed at ensuring that large-scale construction activities do not negatively impact the environment through unregulated dumping.
Information Booster:
· C&D waste includes concrete, bricks, steel, wood, glass, etc.
· Rules encourage reuse and recycling of construction materials.
· Waste generators must also pay processing and disposal charges as per local regulations.
Additional Information:
· Option (a) 200 tons: Below the threshold specified in the rules.
· Option (c) 100 tons and (d) 10 tons: Applies to smaller projects; general guidelines apply but approval is not mandatory.
