International Day of Zero Waste: 30 March

Current Context: The International Day of Zero Waste, observed annually on 30 March, was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2022 to highlight the importance of improving waste management and promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• The day is facilitated by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and encourages all Member States and relevant stakeholders to implement zero-waste initiatives at various levels.
• The inaugural observance was in 2023, and the theme for 2024 is “Towards a Circular Future”, emphasizing the need for a circular economy model to address waste pollution and unsustainable consumption patterns.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme for the International Day of Zero Waste in 2024?
a. Zero Waste, Zero Pollution
b. Towards a Circular Future
c. Sustainable Consumption for All
d. Waste Management for a Better World