Seven years of Swachh Bharat Mission
Distilled Policy Brief
- Swachh Bharat Mission was launched on 2 Oct 2014 with the vision of a clean India by 2 Oct 2019, aiming to eliminate open defecation, eradicate manual scavenging and promote scientific solid‑waste management.
🎯 Prelims High-Yield Examination Points
Swachh Bharat Mission (launched 2 Oct 2014) seeks ODF, eradication of manual scavenging and scientific waste management.
⚖️ Mains Analytical & Syllabus Linkages
Evaluate the impact of Swachh Bharat Mission on rural and urban sanitation outcomes, expenditure trends, and the behavioural and quality challenges that affect its ODF goals.
🎯 UPSC Prelims Practice Drill
Which ministry is responsible for implementing the urban component of the Swachh Bharat Mission launched on 2 October 2014?
- [A] Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation
- [B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- [C] Ministry of Rural Development
- [D] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
The Swachh Bharat Mission has two components – Gramin (rural) and Urban. The urban component is implemented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, whereas the rural component falls under the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. The other ministries listed are not involved in SBM implementation.
🏛️ Historical Twin PYQ Anchor (2021)
Consider the following statements regarding the "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)": 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. Central Pollution Control Board acts as the sole regulatory executive body.