Author Profile

Dr. Anupam Sunny as an Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies at Satyawati College, University of Delhi. A UGC-JRF/SRF awardee with a Ph.D. in Environmental Studies, his research focuses on plant-insect interactions, invasive species, and environmental sustainability. He has published widely in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes and currently leads the ICSSR-unded project "Environmental Consciousness in the Workplace....". His work integrates ecological research with environmental education and community engagement. Dr. Kanhaiya Shah is an Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, Satyawati College, University of Delhi, Dr. Shah is a researcher in Plant Invasion Ecology and has publisher widely on circular economy, ecosystem services, and sustainable development. His work bridges science and literature he is also an accomplished poet with multiple publication. Dr. Chandranshu Tiwari is an Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, Shyama Prasad Mukherji College, University of Delhi, Dr. Tiwari is known for his contributions to biodiversity and conservation, including the discovery of eight new katydid species. Alongside his research, He has authored novels and poetry, bringing scientific insight into public imagination. Ms. Sheetal Aggarwal is an Assistant Professor at Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi, Ms. Aggarwal is pursuing her Ph.D. and has published several papers in peer-reviewed journals. Her research interests include, financial markets and environmental sustainability, and she is known for her sirque pademic and mentoring contributions.

About The Book

Swachh Bharat is a comprehensive Value Addition Course (VAC) text developed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for University of Delhi students. Rooted in Mahatma Gandhi's ideals of cleanliness and civic responsibility, the book explores the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan as a transformative Jan Andolan that reshaped India's approach to sanitation, waste management, and public hygiene. Through four lucid chapters, the book offers a balanced blend of theory, case studies, and hands-on activities. It examines the mission's rural and urban dimensions, traces the transition from ODF to ODF Plus models, and addresses operational, behavioural, and policy challenges. Real-world examples from across India such as Indore, Champaran, Ambikapur, and Nadia illustrate how community-driven efforts can catalyze lasting change. Designed as both an academic resource and a practical guide, Swachh Bharat book will encourage students to connect classroom learning with community engagement. It will inspire readers to view cleanliness not merely as a duty, but as a shared national responsibility and an essential step toward a sustainable future.

Table of Contents

Preface
Chapter 1 Introduction to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
Chapter 2 Swachh Bharat: Rural and Urban Facets
Chapter 3 Prospects and Challenges
Chapter 4 Suggested Activities, Practical and Previous Year Question Papers for
Previous Year Question Paper Sets
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