Steel is a material most conducive for circular economy as it can be used, reused and recycled infinitely. Critically analyse the newly inducted Steel Scrap Recycling Policy, 2019.
Approach of the Answer
- Introduction: Introduce with the policy citing the need for such policy.
- Body: Discuss its salient features and its various impacts.
- Conclusion: Conclude in appropriate way.
The government in November, 2019, came out with a Steel Scrap Recycling Policy in a bid to ensure quality scrap for the steel industry in India. The policy aims to reduce imports, conserve resources and save energy and to help all stakeholders engaged in collection, dismantling, processing, and transportation in order to ensure the sustainable development of scrap-based steel industry.
Need for the Policy
- The availability of scrap is a major issue in ....
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