Question

    Which Indian state initiated the 'Pirul Lao-Paise Pao' campaign to mitigate forest fires?

    A Maharashtra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Punjab Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Uttarakhand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Jharkhand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Uttarakhand launched the 'Pirul Lao-Paise Pao' campaign as a creative approach to managing forest fire risks by incentivizing the collection of pine needles (Pirul), which are a major fire hazard, thereby promoting both ecological and economic benefits for local communities.

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