What are the objectives of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan according to the Supreme Court Judge Sanjiv Khanna
According to Supreme Court Judge Sanjiv Khanna, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan must be taken as a social movement.
According to Supreme Court Judge Sanjiv Khanna, the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan are as follows:
- To eliminate open defecation and ensure access to safe and hygienic sanitation facilities for all.
- To promote the use of toilets, particularly by changing the behavior and mindset of people to adopt proper sanitation practices.
- To eradicate manual scavenging and ensure the proper disposal of waste through scientific methods.
- To create awareness about the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in personal as well as community life.
- To ensure the efficient management of solid waste and sanitation facilities at the grassroots level.
- To initiate the construction of public toilets and provide adequate facilities for women, especially in rural areas.
- To involve all stakeholders, including individuals, government bodies, NGOs, and the private sector, in bringing about a clean and healthier India.
- To enforce the laws and regulations related to sanitation and waste management effectively.
- To work towards achieving sustainable development by promoting cleanliness and hygiene practices that contribute to overall wellbeing.
- To foster a sense of responsibility and pride among citizens towards maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in their surroundings.
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