https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14137 Reliance on polythene bags persists despite single-use plastic bans and awareness efforts because convenience, free retailer distribution, perceived durability and hygiene, ingrained habits, low cost, and inconsistent enforcement sustain demand. Weak monitoring and uneven policy application allow continued supply, while limited availability and higher perceived cost of eco-friendly alternatives, industry resistance, and insufficient infrastructure hinder transition. Reducing use requires strengthened enforcement, incentives or subsidies for alternatives, industry engagement, targeted public education, and point-of-sale measures to change default consumer behaviour. en-us Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:37:29 +0530 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:37:29 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14137 Reliance on polythene bags persists despite single-use plastic bans and awareness efforts because convenience, free retailer distribution, perceived durability and hygiene, ingrained habits, low cost, and inconsistent enforcement sustain demand. Weak monitoring and uneven policy application allow continued supply, while limited availability and higher perceived cost of eco-friendly alternatives, industry resistance, and insufficient infrastructure hinder transition. Reducing use requires strengthened enforcement, incentives or subsidies for alternatives, industry engagement, targeted public education, and point-of-sale measures to change default consumer behaviour. Articles Environmental Law Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:37:29 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14137