Many people understand the connection n solid waste management and health in terms of the consequences of unattended heaps of garbage which become home for flies and other Vermin. However, there is another aspect that is not well-understood, that is, what happens when unscientific solid waste management combines with poor drainage and dumping of untreated sewage into drains which are meant to carry storm water during rains. The result is choked drains which are full of stagnant water breeding mosquitoes, resulting in the spread of water-borne diseases. In the context of India, which one of the following statements best reflects the critical message of the passage?
In India, the drainage networks are not separate for sewerage and storm water
Urban local bodies do not have enough resources and legislative authority to deal with the problems or waste management.
Solid waste management should be integrated with the maintenance of drainage and sewerage networks
Bad management of solid waste and sewerage systems by our municipalities is the reason for drinking water shortages in our cities.
The theme is "Solid Waste Management." The passage does not discuss the resources of urban local bodies or drinking water shortages, so options (b) and (d) can be ruled out. Between options (a) and (c), option (c) is supported by the passage, as it mentions the consequences of unscientific solid waste management combined with poor drainage. This indicates that solid waste mismanagement contributes to environmental pollution and health hazards, leading to adverse effects on public health. Therefore, the correct answer is option (c).
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