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What was the primary objective of the Swachh Bharat Gramin program launched in 2014?
What is the main purpose of Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs) constructed under the Swachh Bharat initiative?
What is the slogan featured on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Logo designed to promote the campaign?
What is the primary focus of the Waste Segregation initiative under the Swachh Bharat program?
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What is the significance of Swachh Bharat Diwas celebrated on October 2nd?
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What is the primary objective of the Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management guidelines established under the Swachh Bharat program?
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What is the focus of the toilet construction initiative in schools under the Swachh Bharat program?
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What is the role of Swachh Bharat Ambassadors appointed under the program?
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What is the focus of the Rural Sanitary Marts established under the Swachh Bharat program?
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What is the significance of the door-to-door waste collection initiative implemented in urban areas under the Swachh Bharat program?
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Study Notes
Rural Development Initiatives
- Swachh Bharat Gramin (SBG): A rural sanitation program launched in 2014, aiming to achieve universal sanitation coverage in rural areas by 2019.
- Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs): Over 100 million IHHLs constructed, with a focus on promoting toilet usage and reducing open defecation.
- Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs): Built to provide sanitation facilities in public areas, such as bus stations, markets, and schools.
- Rural Sanitary Marts: Established to provide sanitary products and promote entrepreneurial opportunities in rural areas.
Public Awareness Campaigns
- Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Logo: A distinctive logo was designed to promote the campaign, featuring the slogan "Ek Kadam Swachhata Ki Ore" (One Step towards Cleanliness).
- Mass Media Campaigns: Television, radio, print, and outdoor advertisements were used to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Swachh Bharat Ambassadors: Celebrities and influencers were appointed to promote the campaign and inspire citizens to take action.
- Swachh Bharat Diwas: Celebrated on October 2nd, Gandhi Jayanti, to reinforce the importance of cleanliness and sanitation.
Waste Management
- Waste Segregation: Emphasis on segregating waste into bio-degradable and non-bio-degradable categories to facilitate efficient waste management.
- Door-to-Door Waste Collection: Implemented in urban areas to ensure regular waste collection and reduce littering.
- Composting and Recycling: Encouraged to reduce waste disposal in landfills and promote a circular economy.
- Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management: Guidelines established to manage C&D waste, reducing environmental pollution.
Sanitation Infrastructure
- Toilet Construction: Over 600,000 toilets constructed in schools, with a focus on providing separate toilets for girls and boys.
- Urban Sanitation: Focus on improving sanitation infrastructure in urban areas, including the construction of public toilets, community toilets, and sewage treatment plants.
- Faecal Sludge Management (FSM): Implemented to manage faecal sludge in urban areas, reducing environmental pollution and promoting sustainable sanitation.
- Green Toilets: Promoted as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional toilets, using natural processes to decompose human waste.
Rural Development Initiatives
- Swachh Bharat Gramin (SBG): Aims to achieve universal sanitation coverage in rural areas by 2019.
- Over 100 million Individual Household Latrines (IHHLs) constructed to promote toilet usage and reduce open defecation.
- Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs) built to provide sanitation facilities in public areas, such as bus stations, markets, and schools.
- Rural Sanitary Marts established to provide sanitary products and promote entrepreneurial opportunities in rural areas.
Public Awareness Campaigns
- Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Logo: Features the slogan "Ek Kadam Swachhata Ki Ore" (One Step towards Cleanliness).
- Mass Media Campaigns: Utilized television, radio, print, and outdoor advertisements to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Swachh Bharat Ambassadors: Celebrities and influencers appointed to promote the campaign and inspire citizens to take action.
- Swachh Bharat Diwas: Celebrated on October 2nd, Gandhi Jayanti, to reinforce the importance of cleanliness and sanitation.
Waste Management
- Waste Segregation: Emphasizes segregating waste into bio-degradable and non-bio-degradable categories for efficient waste management.
- Door-to-Door Waste Collection: Implemented in urban areas to ensure regular waste collection and reduce littering.
- Composting and Recycling: Encouraged to reduce waste disposal in landfills and promote a circular economy.
- Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management: Guidelines established to manage C&D waste and reduce environmental pollution.
Sanitation Infrastructure
- Over 600,000 toilets constructed in schools, with a focus on providing separate toilets for girls and boys.
- Urban Sanitation: Focus on improving sanitation infrastructure in urban areas, including public toilets, community toilets, and sewage treatment plants.
- Faecal Sludge Management (FSM): Implemented to manage faecal sludge in urban areas, reducing environmental pollution and promoting sustainable sanitation.
- Green Toilets: Promoted as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional toilets, using natural processes to decompose human waste.
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Test your knowledge on Indian government initiatives aimed at improving rural sanitation, including Swachh Bharat Gramin and more. Learn about the construction of Individual Household Latrines and Community Sanitary Complexes.
