RADIOACTIVE WASTE: THE PROBLEM AND ITS MANAGEMENT

Radioactive waste is an arising concern in present era because of increasing nuclear activities and nuclear weapon activities related to defence. It is a significant problem to handle and protect the environment for safeguarding future generations. This study deals with the global problem of radioactive waste problems and its management. It consists of various aspects related to radioactive waste and also, caters to the cause of concern, effects of radioactive waste, classification and approaches of radioactive waste, involvement of waste magnitudes and prospective solutions, disposal of radioactivity and its management. With increasing nuclear power and arsenal, it is important to monitor and immobilize the waste and safe respositories deposition.