UPSC
2022

Question:

Which one of the following best describes the term “greenwashing”?

A

Conveying a false impression that a company’s products are eco-friendly and environmentally sound

B

Non-inclusion of ecological/ environmental costs in the Annual Financial Statements of a country

C

Ignoring the consequences disastrous ecological while infrastructure development undertaking

D

Making mandatory provisions for environmental costs in a government project/programme

Correct Answer

(a) Conveying a false impression that a company’s products are eco-friendly and environmentally sound

Solution:

  • Greenwashing is the process of conveying a false impression or providing misleading information about how a company’s products are more environmentally sound.
  • Greenwashing is considered an unsubstantiated claim to deceive consumers into believing that a company’s products are environmentally friendly.