Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance
Delhi’s proposed bottle-return scheme, inspired by successful models in Uttarakhand and Goa, aims to curb plastic waste by introducing a deposit refund system (DRS). Under the initiative, consumers may pay an extra Re 1 or Rs 2 for plastic water bottles, refundable upon return at designated points, with a pilot likely launching at tourist spots. The move aligns with Delhi’s broader efforts to tackle its daily 1,500-tonne plastic waste burden, of which 19% remains unprocessed despite the 2022 nationwide ban on single-use plastics. The scheme leverages QR codes for seamless refunds and seeks to shift consumer behavior from disposable habits to sustainable recycling, drawing lessons from Uttarakhand’s 90% bottle return rate post-implementation and Goa’s Rs 5 deposit model.
For banking and SSC aspirants, this scheme underscores the intersection of environmental governance and public policy, a recurring theme in exams like RBI Grade B and SSC CGL. The DRS model reflects how financial incentives can drive behavioral change, a concept tested in economic and governance sections. Additionally, the scheme’s emphasis on inter-state collaboration (as seen in consultations with Goa and Uttarakhand officials) highlights federalism in policy implementation—a key topic for Polity sections. For banking roles, understanding such initiatives is vital, as sustainable finance and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria increasingly influence lending and investment decisions.
Source: The Indian Express
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