Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak, who was awarded Nikkei Asia Prize, 2018 for Cul

Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak, who was awarded Nikkei Asia Prize, 2018 for Culture and Community, is the founder of

Bachpan Bachao Andolan
PRS Legislative Research
Sulabh Sanitation and Social Reform Movement
Smile Foundation
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-2 – 2018
The correct answer is Sulabh Sanitation and Social Reform Movement.
Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak is the founder of Sulabh International, an organization dedicated to eliminating open defecation and improving sanitation and hygiene. The Sulabh Sanitation and Social Reform Movement encompasses these efforts.
Dr. Pathak received the Nikkei Asia Prize in 2018 for his work in providing affordable sanitation and improving public health, particularly through the development of the two-pit pour-flush toilet.