Q. Many people understand the connection n solid waste management and health in terms of the consequences of unattended heaps of garbage which become home for flies and other Vermin.

However, there is another aspect that is not well- understood, that is, what happens when unscientific solid waste management combines with poor drainage and dumping of untreated sewage into drains which are meant to carry storm water during rains. The result is choked drains which are full of stagnant water breeding mosquitoes, resulting in the spread of water- borne diseases.

Q1. In the context of India, which one of the following statements best reflects the critical message of the passage?
(a) In India, the drainage networks are not separate for sewerage and storm water.
(b) Urban local bodies do not have enough resources and legislative authority to deal with the problems or waste management.
(c) Solid be waste management should integrated with the maintenance of drainage and sewerage networks.
(d) Bad management of solid waste and sewerage systems by our municipalities is the reason for drinking water shortages in our cities.
Correct Answer: (c) Solid be waste management should integrated with the maintenance of drainage and sewerage networks.