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Eco-Mark is given to an Indian product which is
Explanation
The Eco-Mark (or Ecomark) is a voluntary certification scheme launched by the Government of India in 1991 to identify environment-friendly products [2]. Administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in coordination with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the label is awarded to consumer goods that meet specific environmental criteria alongside quality requirements [4]. The scheme aims to increase consumer awareness regarding the reduction of environmental impacts and encourages manufacturers to adopt clean technologies [5]. It follows a 'cradle-to-grave' approach, assessing products from raw material extraction through to disposal. While other marks like AGMARK certify agricultural quality and FSSAI handles organic food standards, the Eco-Mark specifically signifies that a product is ecologically preferable and has a reduced environmental footprint [7].
Sources
- [1] https://tnpcb.gov.in/PDF/ES&L/MOEF_GL/MoefNotifiEcomark20291.pdf
- [2] https://www.pib.gov.in/newsite/erelcontent.aspx?relid=53874
- [3] Environment, Shankar IAS Acedemy .(ed 10th) > Chapter 26: Institutions and Measures > 26.4 ECO MARK > p. 377
- [4] https://cpcb.nic.in/eco-scheme/
- [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecomark
- [6] Exploring Society:India and Beyond ,Social Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 12: Understanding Markets > Let's see what each of these labels mean: > p. 269
- [7] Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 9: Agriculture > Importance: > p. 311