Question

Difficulty: EasyEnvironmental Issues, Conservation Reports, and Climate Summits

Which of the following environmental initiatives launched by the Government of India specifically focuses on the conservation, reforestation, and sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems along the Indian coastline?

  1. MISHTI Initiative (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes)Answer
  2. B
    Amrit Dharohar Scheme
  3. C
    PM-PRANAM Scheme
  4. D
    Green Credit Programme

Answer

MISHTI Initiative (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes)
The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) scheme specifically aims to protect and expand India's mangrove cover along the coastline and salt pan lands through community involvement and convergent funding.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the primary objective stated in the question stem
The target objective is the conservation and reforestation of coastal mangrove ecosystems in India.
Understanding the specific ecosystem focus helps distinguish mangrove initiatives from general wetland or agricultural schemes.
2
Evaluate the national environmental conservation schemes introduced in recent policy announcements
The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) initiative was launched specifically for intensive mangrove plantation along coastal belts using convergence between MGNREGS, CAMPA Fund, and other sources.
MISHTI directly addresses coastal mangrove protection and local livelihood opportunities.

Key Concept

National Conservation Initiatives for Coastal Ecosystems
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