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Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment — Revision Notes

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Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment revision notes for ICSE Class 9 Commercial Studies: 4 topics in quick points.

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1. Concept of Social Responsibility

  • Social responsibility is the obligation of a commercial organisation to follow policies and practices that match the objectives and values of society.
  • It is not just charity; it is a continuing obligation.
  • It is much more than simply compliance with laws and regulations.
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2. Social Responsibility Towards the Environment

  • The health and well-being of people and other living creatures depend greatly on the quality of the environment.
  • Rapid industrialisation and increasing traffic have damaged the environment.
  • Forests, wildlife, air, water, and land are harmed by pollution.
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3. E-waste Management

  • E-waste means Electronic Waste and consists of electronic products nearing the end of their useful life.
  • Under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, e-waste means electrical and electronic equipment, whole or in part discarded as waste by the consumer or bulk consumers as well as rejects from manufacturi
  • Under these rules, manufacturer, producer, importer, transporter, refurbisher, dismantler and recycler are liable for damages caused by improper handling of e-waste.
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4. Recycling

  • Recycling means salvaging materials in order to reuse them.
  • It saves money, natural resources, energy, and raw materials, and reduces pollution.
  • Recycling is of two types: Internal Recycling and External Recycling.

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Social responsibility means the obligationsStakeholders are the sections of societyEERecycling means salvaging materials in order

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment for ICSE Class 9 Commercial Studies?
Key topics in Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment include Concept of Social Responsibility, Social Responsibility Towards the Environment, E-waste Management, Recycling. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 64 practice questions on Social Responsibility of Commercial Organisations towards the Environment. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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