Consider the following statements : Statement I : Circular economy reduces the emissions of greenhouse gases. Statement II : Circular economy reduces the use of raw materials as inputs. Statement III : Circular economy reduces wastage in the production process. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A
Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I
Correct Answer
B
Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I
C
Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement I
D
Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct
Explanation
Option (a) is correct because Statement II (resource efficiency) and Statement III (waste reduction) are the fundamental mechanisms that lower energy-intensive extraction and disposal, thereby directly explaining how Statement I (GHG reduction) is achieved. Option (b) is the most tempting wrong choice, but it is incorrect because both resource conservation and waste minimization are equally essential, synergistic drivers of decarbonization rather than independent factors. The core concept tested is the **Circular Economy** and its role in climate change mitigation by replacing the linear "take-make-dispose" model with a closed-loop system.
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