Q. In context with the cabinet’s move to become party to the Hong Kong Convention on Ship Recycling, consider the following statements:
- Alang Shipbreaking yard is in Mumbai.
- The Chittagong Shipbreaking yard is in West Bengal.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
- Only 1 is correct
- Only 2 is correct
- Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
- Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect:
Ship breaking is a process of recycling ships at the end of their life. It is considered one of the most hazardous professions because of the large amount of toxic substances involved. The Alang Ship Breaking Yard is located in Gujarat. It is the largest of its kind.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The Chhittagong Ship Breaking Yard is in Bangladesh. South East Asian countries are the leading providers of ship breaking service. However, it is noted that many are non-compliant with environmental norms such as those prescribed by the Hong Kong Convention.
