This document discusses solid waste management. It defines solid waste and classifies it based on origin and properties. It describes the composition of refuse and different collection methods. The effects of solid waste are explained along with various management approaches like the 3Rs and different disposal methods including landfilling, incineration, composting, and more. Recommendations are provided around improving management through public awareness, prohibiting littering, and increasing waste collection. Finally, key legal provisions governing solid waste handling and management in India are outlined.