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?

UPSC Prelims 2025 Question:

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
  • B. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement I explains Statement II
  • 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
Correct Answer: Option A