Module – 1
1.
a) Define e-waste. Explain in detail the various sources and generation of e-waste in India.
(10 Marks)
b) Discuss the global context and Indian scenario of e-waste management with suitable
examples. (10 Marks)
2a) Classify e-waste based on its characteristics and components. (10 Marks)
b) Explain the growth of the electrical and electronics industry in India and its impact on e-
waste generation. (10 Marks)
Module – 2
3.
a) Explain the objectives and key provisions of the WEEE Directive. (10 Marks)
b) Discuss the salient features and importance of the Basel Convention in controlling
transboundary movement of e-waste. (10 Marks)
4a) Describe the evolution of e-waste regulations in India. (10 Marks)
b) Summarize the main features of the E-Waste Management Rules, 2016 and its
amendments. (10 Marks)
Module – 3
5.
a) Define Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Explain its importance in e-waste
management. (10 Marks)
b) Describe the e-waste collection system and value chain in India. (10 Marks)
6.
a) Explain the concept of Collective Responsibility and its role in effective e-waste
management. (10 Marks)
b) Discuss the role and functions of Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) in EPR
implementation. (10 Marks)
Module – 4
7.
a) Explain the characterization and classification of e-waste during handling and storage. (10
Marks)
b) Discuss the precautions and safety measures to be followed while handling e-waste. (10
Marks)
8.
a) Describe the packaging, labelling, and transportation procedures for safe handling of e-
waste. (10 Marks)
b) Explain the precautionary principles involved in e-waste storage and management. (10
Marks)
Module – 5
9.
a) What are the hazardous substances present in e-waste? Explain their environmental and
health impacts. (10 Marks)
b) Discuss the ROHS Directive and its compliance requirements in India. (10 Marks)
10.
a) Explain the stages involved in e-waste recycling operations including dismantling,
segregation, and recovery. (10 Marks)
b) Describe any two modern recycling technologies used in e-waste management. (10
Marks)
Module – 1
1.
a) What is e-waste? Explain various categories of e-waste generated from different sectors.
(10 Marks)
b) Discuss the role of the electrical and electronic industry in the rising trend of e-waste
generation globally. (10 Marks)
2.
a) Explain the need for e-waste management with reference to the current Indian scenario.
(10 Marks)
b) Discuss in detail the characterization of e-waste and factors influencing its generation
rate. (10 Marks)
Module – 2
3.
a) Compare and contrast the WEEE Directive and the Basel Convention in the context of
global e-waste control. (10 Marks)
b) Explain how international regulations influence India’s e-waste management practices.
(10 Marks)
4.
a) Discuss the main objectives and key provisions of India’s E-Waste Management Rules,
2016. (10 Marks)
b) Explain the importance of regulatory compliance mechanisms for effective e-waste
management. (10 Marks)
Module – 3
5.
a) Define and explain the concept of EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) and its
objectives. (10 Marks)
b) Illustrate the e-waste value chain and describe the roles of stakeholders involved. (10
Marks)
6.
a) Describe the working mechanism of Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs). (10
Marks)
b) Explain how collective responsibility can improve post-consumer e-waste collection
systems. (10 Marks)
Module – 4
7.
a) What are the essential steps in safe handling and storage of e-waste? Explain with
examples. (10 Marks)
b) Describe the procedure for packaging and labelling of e-waste before transportation. (10
Marks)
8.
a) Discuss the precautionary principles to be followed in e-waste handling operations. (10
Marks)
b) Explain the process and importance of proper transportation of e-waste to authorized
recyclers. (10 Marks)
Module – 5
9.
a) Explain the environmental and health risks associated with hazardous substances in e-
waste. (10 Marks)
b) Discuss the significance of global ROHS compliance in minimizing toxic material usage. (10
Marks)
10.
a) Describe the various processes involved in e-waste recycling and recovery of materials.
(10 Marks)
b) Explain the importance of dismantling and segregation as part of sustainable e-waste
recycling. (10 Marks)
