Exam Seat No.

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THE MAHARAJA SAYAJIRAO UNIVERSITY OF BARODA
FACULTY OF COMMERCE
SSMCOM-II END-SEMESTER EXAMINATION, OCTOBER 2023

Day and Date: Friday, 03-11-2023 Time: 3.00 p.m. to 5.30 a.m. Marks: 60
Note: Answers to the two sections must be written in the same answer book.
Figures in the bracket indicate marks.

An Introduction to Circular Economy [BEC2426]

SECTION I

1. Explain the factors that drive externalities to be internalized by firms. [15]

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1. What are the factors that impose limits to linear consumption? Elaborate. [15]

2. Elaborate on the principles of circular economy. [15]

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2. Write a note on the synthesis of different schools of thought on the concept of [15]
circular economy.

SECTION II

3. Discuss how circular economy practices help in mitigating price volatility and [15]
supply risks.
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3. Explain 3D printing as a boost to circular economy. [15]

4. Discuss how circular supply chain model supports circular economy practices. [15]
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4. How can product life be extended as part of circular economy practices? [15]