Q16 · UPSC Prelims 2021 · Set A · Current Affairs and GK

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R2 Code of Practices' constitutes a tool available for promoting the adoption of

A environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry
B ecological management of 'Wetlands of International Importance' under the Ramsar Convention
C sustainable practices in the cultivation of agricultural crops in degraded lands.
D 'Environmental Impact Assessment' in the exploitation of natural resources

Correct answer: (a) environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry

Explanation

  1. A

    environmentally responsible practices in electronics recycling industry

    Environmentally responsible electronics recycling. R2 is a standard for e-waste recyclers.

  2. B

    ecological management of 'Wetlands of International Importance' under the Ramsar Convention

    Ramsar wetlands. Unrelated.

  3. C

    sustainable practices in the cultivation of agricultural crops in degraded lands.

    Degraded-land crops. Unrelated.

  4. D

    'Environmental Impact Assessment' in the exploitation of natural resources

    EIA of extractives. Unrelated.

Summary. Official key is (a). The R2 (Responsible Recycling) Code of Practices is a certification for electronics recyclers — environment, data security, downstream due diligence.