Question

    What is the purpose of observing Swachhata Pakhwada in

    the Ministry of Railways?
    A To celebrate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To promote the use of single-use plastic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To raise awareness about digital media Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To encourage cleanliness in railway stations and trains Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E To commemorate the launch of Swachh Railgadi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Ministry of Railways has launched Swachhata Pakhwada 2023 & is observing Swachhata Pakhwada from 16th September 2023 to 30th September 2023. The Ministry of Railways has extended it suo-moto up to 02nd October and has decided to culminate it with Mahatama Gandhi’s Jayanti. For Swachhata Pakhwada – 2023, dedicated days have been assigned for activities during pakhwada like Swachh Railgadi, Swachh Station, Swachh Aahar, Swachh Tracks etc. Extensive awareness campaigns are also planned  to be carried out through digital media/public announcement via PA systems to educate people about the use of bio-toilets, avoiding single use plastic and observing cleanliness habits.

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