Question

Why is manifest system necessary?

(a) To monitor journey of waste

(b) To track waste

(c) To analyse chemicals

(d) To export

I had been asked this question during an interview.

Origin of the question is Rules topic in portion Hazardous Waste Rules of Hazardous Waste Management

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) To monitor journey of waste

To elaborate: The manifest system helps to get rid of the problem of midnight dumping and provides means for determining the type and amount of hazardous waste being generated.