This document discusses different types of waste including solid waste, biodegradable waste, liquid waste, sewage waste, and others. It notes that solid waste comes from household, commercial, agricultural, and industrial sources. If solid waste is not properly collected and disposed of, it can create sanitary issues and lead to disease outbreaks. Biodegradable waste can be recycled. Liquid wastes include wastewater, oils, and other hazardous household liquids. The document also provides statistics on waste generation and disposal in India. It discusses factors that influence waste composition and how composition varies between low and high income countries.