Vol: 1, Issue: 4 2011

Page: 51-52

Solid Waste Disposal Habit of People of National Capital Region in India

Ajay Sharma

Received Date: 2011-09-10

Accepted Date: 2011-10-11

Published Date: 2011-11-11

The present study explores the participation of the resident of NCR in proper disposal of waste. Researcher has attempted to collect primary data on person disposing waste, methods of disposing waste, treatment of reusable waste, practice of carrying shopping bag and, knowledge of colour of dustbins. This study will provide policy makers and communication campaign designer useful information regarding the waste disposal habit of the respondent.

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