environment easy MCQ

Which of the following is an example of 'Upcycling' in waste management?

  1. Burning plastic waste for energy
  2. Transforming discarded materials into products of higher quality or value
  3. Landfilling mixed waste
  4. Downcycling plastics into lower-grade products

Answer: Transforming discarded materials into products of higher quality or value

Upcycling creatively repurposes waste into valuable items (e.g., tires into furniture), extending material life and reducing demand for virgin resources.

Topic Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency
Exam Relevance SSC, Railway