What are the initiatives taken by the government to promote environmental sustainability in India
Explain the government's steps to safeguard the environment and promote sustainable development in India.
- The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), launched in 2008, which aims to address climate change through a range of measures such as energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and renewable energy.
- The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, launched in 2014, which aims to make India cleaner and more sustainable through initiatives such as waste management and sanitation.
- The National River Conservation Plan (NRCP), launched in 1995, which aims to clean up India's rivers and improve their overall health and sustainability.
- The National Biodiversity Act, passed in 2002, which aims to conserve and promote sustainable use of India's biodiversity.
- The National Green Tribunal (NGT), established in 2010, which is a specialized court that deals with environmental disputes and enforces environmental laws and regulations.
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