QQ6. Write short notes on:
- a)) E-wastes (200 words)
- b)) Livelihood options in Floriculture (200 words)
- c)) Challenges faced in Fruit and Vegetable Sectors (200 words)
- d)) 4R's principles of Waste Management (200 words)
Key Points:
- E-wastes are discarded electronics containing hazardous elements like lead and mercury, posing significant environmental and health risks.
- Floriculture offers diverse livelihoods: cut/loose flower cultivation, plant nurseries, and value-added products like essential oils and bouquets.
- Major challenges in fruit/vegetable sectors include perishability, poor post-harvest management, lack of cold chain, and market access issues.
- The 4R's of waste management are Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover, forming a hierarchy for sustainable resource management.
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