Question

Which campaign did Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan promote on World Environment Day 2025?

• A. Plastic-Free India Campaign
• B. Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0 tree-planting
• C. Clean Ganga Youth Movement
• D. National Coastal Cleanup Drive

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0 tree-planting

Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam

• Campaign Name: The campaign promoted is 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' (Plant a Tree in the Name of Mother).
• Launch Context: The initiative was originally launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day 2024 to foster environmental sustainability and honor motherhood.
• Objective: The campaign encourages citizens to plant a sapling as a tribute to their mothers, aiming to strengthen the bond between humans and nature while contributing to global afforestation efforts.
• Ministerial Involvement: Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan, actively promoted this initiative in 2025 as part of the broader national commitment toward environmental protection and the 'LiFE' (Lifestyle for Environment) mission.
• Significance: This campaign aligns with India's international commitments under the Paris Agreement to increase forest cover and combat climate change through grassroots community participation.