Q: Which GS Paper does Environment & Ecology fall under for UPSC?

Environment & Ecology topics are covered under GS2 in the UPSC Prelims and Mains syllabus. Current affairs on Environment & Ecology are regularly tested in UPSC examinations and require understanding of both policy dimensions and current developments.

Q: How is this current affair relevant for UPSC Mains answer writing?

For UPSC Mains, "Legislative Department distributes “Swachhata Kit” under Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign" can be linked to GS2 questions on Environment & Ecology. Focus on the causes, government response, challenges, and way forward. Use data points and connect it with relevant schemes and constitutional provisions for a high-scoring Mains answer.

The Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice organized a Swachhata Hi Seva cleanliness drive on 29 September 2025, distributing kits to sanitation workers and reinforcing Swachh Bharat objectives. This event illustrates inter‑departmental implementation of sanitation policies, offering useful angles for both prelims facts and mains‑level analysis.

Ministry of Law and Justice Legislative Department distributes “Swachhata Kit” under Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign On the occasion of Swachhata Hi Seva, a comprehensive cleanliness drive was conducted at the Shastri Bhawan premises on 29th September 2025. The initiative aimed to strengthen the spirit of cleanliness and hygiene in alignment with the Swachh Bharat Mission. During the drive, Dr. Rajiv Mani, Secretary, Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, along with Dr. Manoj Kumar, Additional Secretary, Shri R.K. Pattanayak, Additional Secretary and Nodal Officer and Dr. K.V. Kumar, Additional Secretary, distributed “Swachhata Kits” to the safai karamcharis in recognition of their sincere dedication and active participation in the campaign. This initiative reflects the Government’s continued commitment to promoting a cleaner and healthier environment across all departments. Dr. Rajiv Mani underscored the importance of individual responsibility and dedicated participation in maintaining a clean environment. He encouraged the safai karamcharis as well as all officers and staff of the Department to actively contribute towards the core objectives of the campaign and help sustain cleanliness in their respective areas. **** Samrat / Allen (Release ID: 2172860)

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