International Day of Zero Waste 2025 – 30 March

Current Context: The International Day of Zero Waste 2025 was observed on March 30, emphasizing sustainable waste management and the reduction of pollution caused by waste.

• This year’s theme, “Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles,” specifically addressed the environmental impacts of the fashion industry, which contributes significantly to waste and pollution due to overproduction, unsustainable practices, and improper disposal of textiles.
• Facilitated by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN-Habitat, the day aimed to promote practices aligned with the circular economy.
• This includes strategies like recycling, reusing, and repairing materials to extend their lifecycle and reduce the demand for raw materials.

Question:

Q.1 When was the International Day of Zero Waste 2025 observed?
a) March 22
b) March 30
c) April 5
d) April 15

Answer: b) The International Day of Zero Waste is observed annually on March 30 to promote sustainable waste management and circular economy practices.