Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen Phase 2 was launched in which year ?

Correct option is C

Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen (SBM-G) Phase 2 was launched in 2020. It focuses on sustaining the achievements of Phase 1, which aimed at making India open defecation free (ODF) by 2019, and further improving solid and liquid waste management (SLWM) in rural areas.

Key Objectives of SBM-G Phase 2

1. Ensure ODF Plus status by focusing on cleanliness and hygiene beyond toilet construction.
2. Promote sustainable solid and liquid waste management (SLWM) systems.
3. Ensure continued behavioral change among rural populations.
4. Encourage community participation in sanitation efforts.
5. Promote the use of bio-degradable waste and enhance composting.

Information Booster

1. SBM-G Phase 2 operates under the Jal Shakti Ministry.
2. It aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG-6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
3. Financial allocation for Phase 2 is ₹1.4 lakh crore for 2020-2024.
4. Introduces initiatives like Community Sanitary Complexes and greywater management systems.
5. Promotes the use of technology and innovation in sanitation practices.