Select the correct statements about the Swacch Vayu Survekshan awards, 2025. I. Indore secured first rank with a score of 200 out…

Question

Select the correct statements about the Swacch Vayu Survekshan awards, 2025.

I. Indore secured first rank with a score of 200 out of 200 in Category-1 (states having over 10 lakh population).

II. Amravati secured first rank in Category-2 (states having population between 3 and 10 lakh).

III. Dewas secured first rank in Category-3 (states having a population under 3 lakh).

1. A. I only
2. B. I and II only
3. C. II and III only
4. D. All of the above (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — All of the above

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is All of the above.

Key Points

• The Swachh Vayu Survekshan awards rank cities on their progress in improving air quality under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), and are presented on the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (7 September).
• Cities are assessed in three population categories, and in the 2025 edition the first ranks were:
  • Category 1 (population above 10 lakh) — Indore, with a full score of 200 out of 200.
  • Category 2 (population between 3 and 10 lakh) — Amravati.
  • Category 3 (population under 3 lakh) — Dewas.
• All three statements are therefore correct.

Additional Information

• National Clean Air Programme (NCAP):
  • Launched in January 2019 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
  • Originally targeted a 20–30% reduction in PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations by 2024 against a 2017 baseline; the target was later revised to a 40% reduction by 2025–26.
  • Covers 131 non-attainment cities that consistently failed to meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards over five years.
• Assessment parameters include control of solid waste and biomass burning, road dust management, vehicular and industrial emissions, and public awareness.
• Indore's record is notable — it has also topped the Swachh Survekshan cleanliness rankings for several consecutive years.