Consider the following statements regarding the Ecomark Scheme:1. It i...
- The Government of India has instituted a voluntary scheme for labelling of environment-friendly products to be known as ECO Mark in 1991. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- The scheme is being administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
- So far the following product categories have been identified for coverage under this scheme: a) Soaps and Detergents; b) Paints c) Paper d) Plastics e) Cosmetics f) Textiles g) Batteries h) Wood Substitutes j) Propellants and Aerosols k) Food Items (edible oils - including Vanaspati, Tea and Coffee) m) Electrical and Electronics Goods n) Packing/Packaging Materials p) Lubricating/Speciality Oils q) Drugs r) Foods Preservatives and Additives s) Pesticides t) Leather
- The Scheme is being operated on a national basis and provides certification and labeling for household and other consumer products which meet certain environmental criteria along with quality requirements prescribed in relevant Indian Standards for the product.
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Consider the following statements regarding the Ecomark Scheme:1. It i...
Statement 1: The Ecomark Scheme is a voluntary scheme for the labelling of environment-friendly products.
Statement 2: The Ecomark Scheme is administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Explanation:
The Ecomark Scheme is an environmental labeling scheme introduced by the Government of India to promote consumer awareness about the environmental impact of products and encourage the production and consumption of eco-friendly products. Let's analyze each statement to determine their correctness:
Statement 1: It is a voluntary scheme for the labelling of environment-friendly products.
This statement is correct. The Ecomark Scheme is a voluntary scheme, which means that companies can choose to participate and label their products as eco-friendly. The scheme provides a way for consumers to identify products that have a lower environmental impact in terms of resource consumption, waste generation, and pollution. The Ecomark on a product indicates that it meets specific environmental criteria set by the government and is considered more sustainable than other similar products in the market.
Statement 2: It is administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
This statement is also correct. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India responsible for the development, maintenance, and certification of standards across various sectors. The BIS administers the Ecomark Scheme and sets the criteria and guidelines for the certification of eco-friendly products. The BIS conducts audits and inspections to ensure that the products meet the required environmental standards before granting them the Ecomark certification.
Conclusion:
Both statements are correct. The Ecomark Scheme is a voluntary scheme for the labelling of environment-friendly products, and it is administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards. This scheme plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable consumption and production practices in India by providing consumers with reliable information about the environmental impact of the products they purchase.