The document discusses characterization and treatment of effluents from textile chemical processing. It notes that textile effluents are diverse in nature and contain a large variety of organic and inorganic materials used in various textile processes. Common effluent treatment methods discussed include primary treatment like screening, equalization and neutralization, secondary biological treatments, and tertiary treatments like adsorption and reverse osmosis. The document emphasizes the importance of pollution prevention through waste minimization techniques over end-of-pipe treatment methods. It provides some cleaner production and waste reduction options for the textile industry.