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2 Review of Literature
2.1 Classification of Wastes
As discussed earlier, for management purpose, solid waste may be classified as
biodegradable and non-biodegradable. Waste which can be decomposed by biological
processes is known as non-biodegradable waste. Organic waste is biodegradable and
recyclable. Biodegradable waste can be decomposed in two ways: (1) compost and
(2) Vermi compost.
2.2 Role of Waste Management System (WMS) in a City
Some places in our country is facing problem in waste disposal, and most affected are
urban areas. Effective waste management systems (WMS) provides relief in waste
disposal and management related problems in the environment (Dave and Gautam
2013).
2.3 Waste Management and Disaster Management
Waste is a kind of man-made disaster. It affects lives and environment and leads to
natural disasters like flood, earthquake, tsunami, and other disasters, which cause
infection afterward (Dahiya 2003).
2.4 Waste Management and Waste-Picker Livelihood
It is where more than 30 lakh people live in Indore and is the largest city in Madhya
Pradesh, rather a center for large number of commercial activities. According to
Indore Municipal Corporation, 6000 people (0.2% of the population) are primarily
engaged in waste picking as a source of livelihood. They pick up recyclable material
from garbage dump and other waste resources and sell to those who are involved in
aggregation and reprocessing. This profession is a key link of recycling of waste and
results in various environmental benefits for cities.
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2 Review of Literature
2.1 Classification of Wastes
As discussed earlier, for management purpose, solid waste may be classified as
biodegradable and non-biodegradable. Waste which can be decomposed by biological
processes is known as non-biodegradable waste. Organic waste is biodegradable and
recyclable. Biodegradable waste can be decomposed in two ways: (1) compost and
(2) Vermi compost.
2.2 Role of Waste Management System (WMS) in a City
Some places in our country is facing problem in waste disposal, and most affected are
urban areas. Effective waste management systems (WMS) provides relief in waste
disposal and management related problems in the environment (Dave and Gautam
2013).
2.3 Waste Management and Disaster Management
Waste is a kind of man-made disaster. It affects lives and environment and leads to
natural disasters like flood, earthquake, tsunami, and other disasters, which cause
infection afterward (Dahiya 2003).
2.4 Waste Management and Waste-Picker Livelihood
It is where more than 30 lakh people live in Indore and is the largest city in Madhya
Pradesh, rather a center for large number of commercial activities. According to
Indore Municipal Corporation, 6000 people (0.2% of the population) are primarily
engaged in waste picking as a source of livelihood. They pick up recyclable material
from garbage dump and other waste resources and sell to those who are involved in
aggregation and reprocessing. This profession is a key link of recycling of waste and
results in various environmental benefits for cities.