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
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
A circular economy is based on reducing, reusing, recycling, and regenerating materials. Statement I is correct: it reduces greenhouse gas emissions by minimizing extraction, processing, and disposal. Statement II is correct: it reduces use of virgin raw materials by promoting reuse and recycling. Statement III is correct: it reduces wastage by designing out waste from production. Both reduced raw material use (less extraction/processing energy) and reduced wastage (less landfill methane, less incineration) directly contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions. Hence both Statements II and III explain Statement I.
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