Swachh Bharat Mission — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) is/are correct? 1. The primary objective of SBM Phase I was to achieve Open Defecation Free (ODF) status by 2019. 2. SBM-Urban is implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. 3. The ODF Plus model focuses on sustaining ODF status and comprehensive Solid and Liquid Waste Management. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following is NOT a component of Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM) under Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) Phase II?

Consider the following statements regarding the evolution of sanitation programs in India: 1. The Total Sanitation Campaign (TSC) was rebranded as Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan (NBA). 2. Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) adopted a demand-driven approach, unlike its predecessors. 3. SBM introduced the concept of ODF Plus, which was absent in earlier programs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following constitutional provisions primarily underpins the Swachh Bharat Mission's objective of improving public health and ensuring dignified living conditions?

Which international goal is most directly addressed by the Swachh Bharat Mission's objectives of universal sanitation coverage and sustainable waste management?