Which among the following has initiated a nationwide flagship campaign

Which among the following has initiated a nationwide flagship campaign ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’ to clean seashores/ beaches and other water bodies of plastic and other waste materials?

[amp_mcq option1=”Indian Coast Guard” option2=”National Cadet Corps (NCC)” option3=”Indian Navy” option4=”Swachh Bharat Mission” correct=”option2″]

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UPSC NDA-2 – 2022

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The correct answer is B) National Cadet Corps (NCC).

The ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’ is a flagship nationwide campaign launched by the National Cadet Corps (NCC). Its objective is to clean up plastic and other waste materials from seashores, beaches, lakes, rivers, and other water bodies, and to raise awareness about the importance of keeping these natural assets clean.

The campaign involves NCC cadets, volunteers, and stakeholders undertaking cleanliness drives. It aligns with the government’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and aims to contribute to environmental sustainability and public hygiene by focusing on water bodies. The campaign was initiated in 2021 and continued in 2022 and beyond.

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