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Context: The Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023, announced on January 11, 2024, by the President of India, recognize achievements in urban sanitation and cleanliness across 4,500 cities through a survey conducted by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on 46 indicators, supporting the Swachh Bharat Urban Mission.
Key Highlights of the Awards Ceremony
Cleanest Cities
Cleanest City (population less than 1 lakh)
Ganga Towns
Best Performing State
SafaiMitra Suraksha
President's Emphasis on Waste Management
Circular Economy and Sustainability
Swachh Survekshan Dashboard Launch
Swachh Survekshan Awards ●The Swachh Survekshan Awards, launched in 2016, are part of the Swachh Bharat Mission initiated by the Government of India to promote cleanliness and sanitation in urban areas. ●The annual survey ranks cities based on various sanitation parameters like door-to-door waste collection, waste treatment, public toilet management, citizen participation, and innovation in sanitation practices. ●Winning cities and states receive recognition and financial incentives, aiming to motivate them to maintain and improve their sanitation standards. ●The survey relies heavily on citizen feedback, encouraging public involvement in sanitation. However, ensuring equitable and inclusive participation, particularly from marginalized communities, remains a challenge. |
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CIRCULAR ECONOMY COALITION: https://www.iasgyan.in/daily-current-affairs/circular-economy-coalition
PRACTICE QUESTION Q. How has the Swachh Bharat Mission impacted sanitation and hygiene practices in India, and what are some of the key achievements and challenges faced in its implementation? |
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