Paper I · 7 Sustainable Development & Environment · 7.2.2 Solid and hazardous waste management

7.2.2.2 Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

The Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 replaced the 2000 municipal waste rules, made every generator segregate waste at source, extended the rules beyond municipal areas and set duties for local bodies, bulk generators, brand owners and industries.

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Key terms

  • SWM Rules 2016
  • MSW Rules 2000
  • segregation
  • bulk waste generator
  • sanitary waste
  • domestic hazardous waste
  • RDF
  • 1500 kcal/kg
  • user fee
  • Swachh Bharat Mission

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