What does Swachh Bharat Abhiyan aim to achieve in India?
(a) Increase in deforestation to dump waste.
(b) Expansion of landfill areas to accommodate more waste.
(c) Improved sanitation and solid waste management.
(d) Greater industrial waste production.
(c) Improved sanitation and solid waste management.
Explanation: Swachh Bharat Abhiyan aims to improve cleanliness, sanitation and waste management in India. It does not seek to increase deforestation, landfill expansion or industrial waste.
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