Which of the following is a key feature of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India?
- Ban on all plastic use
- Mandatory segregation of waste at source into biodegradable, recyclable, and domestic hazardous waste
- Prohibition of waste-to-energy plants
- Export of all municipal waste
Answer: Mandatory segregation of waste at source into biodegradable, recyclable, and domestic hazardous waste
Source segregation is fundamental to effective waste management, enabling recycling, composting, and safe disposal of different waste streams.