Question: Recently, intent was signed with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) in the Rail Bhawan to formalise joint cooperation in which area by the Ministry of Railways?
(a) Environmental protection
(b) Rail safety
(c) Rail Protection
(d) None in the above
Ans: (a)
Related facts:-
- On 9th March, 2017; the Ministry of Railways has signed, intent to compile joint cooperation with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) in the Rail Bhawan to formulate a joint venture in the field of environmental protection.
- Railway Minister Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu was also present on this occasion.
- Representatives of India and UNEP exchange of the letter of intent for jointly exploring opportunities and arranging cooperation in the field of environment and sustainability.
- Focus areas marked for the initiative include:
- To assist in the preparation of a specific road map to achieve 20% reduction in water consumption at Railway establishments.
- To assist in developing a draft work plan for setting up a waste management center at the major stations of Indian Railways.
- Cooperate in developing a draft action plan for Indian Railways on sustainable public procurement for Green Technology.
- This will make Indian Railways go ahead in ensuring more green and better transport system.
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