When was the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme started?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 22 January 2015

The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme was launched on 22 January 2015 by the Government of India in Panipat, Haryana. The scheme aims to address gender imbalance by promoting the survival, protection, and education of the girl child. It primarily focuses on improving the Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and creating awareness about women's empowerment.

• Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Panipat, Haryana.
• The scheme targets gender discrimination and promotes education for girls.
• Implemented by Ministries of Women & Child Development, Health, and Human Resource Development.
• It focuses on awareness campaigns and improving education opportunities.
• Initially covered 100 districts with low Child Sex Ratio (CSR).
• Encourages community participation and stricter enforcement of laws like PCPNDT Act (1994).

• 22 March 2015 – Observed as World Water Day.
  
• 22 April 2015 – Recognized as Earth Day.