Global Journal of Human Social Science, H: Interdisciplinary, Volume 23 Issue 5

© 2023 Global Journals Volume XXIII Issue V Version I Global Journal of Human Social Science - Year 2023 ( ) H 41 Unveiling the Impact of Solid Waste Management on Health and Poverty Alleviation in Dhaka City Statistic Value Min Value 1 Max Value 5 Mean 2.22 Variance 2.12 Standard Deviation 1.46 Total Responses 110 Question 10: Is there any waste disposal service present in your area? Analysis and Findings The aim of this question is to identify the primary location where the respondents keep their household waste. The data collected provides insights into the common practices of waste disposal among the surveyed population. The majority of respondents particularly in affluent neighbourhoods (54%) reported binning their household waste indoors, while a smaller percentage (5%) reported using a disposal bin in front of the house. Due to a lack of resources, 15% of respondents admitted to littering on roadsides, especially in slum areas, while 18% mentioned littering anywhere. Only 8% stated that they keep their waste in a roadside bin. The statistical analysis reveals a mean value of 2.22, indicating that keeping household waste in bins inside the house is the most prevalent practice among the respondents. However, a portion of respondents admitted to littering waste beside the road or disposing of waste anywhere, which can contribute to environmental pollution and health hazards. Overall, respondents from affluent areas adopt responsible waste disposal practices by using indoor bins. But this awareness and infrastructural opportunities are not created among slum dwellers about the dangers of littering. Nevertheless, addressing littering and inappropriate waste disposal behaviours is essential to mitigate the negative impacts associated with these practices.