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Which state/union territory has launched a ’15-point Winter Action Plan’ to control air pollution?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Punjab
  2. New Delhi
  3. Rajasthan
  4. Haryana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rajasthan

Explanation: Rajasthan launched a '15-point Winter Action Plan' to control air pollution. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ Introduced in 2022–23 winter season. ▪️ Focused on reducing industrial emissions, stubble burning, and vehicular pollution. ▪️ Includes use of mechanical sweepers, anti-smog guns, and water sprinkling. ▪️ Encourages the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicles. ▪️ Strict monitoring of brick kilns and construction dust. ▪️ Plan implemented in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, and other major cities. ▪️ Inspired by similar measures in Delhi NCR region. ▪️ Supports India’s National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) targets.