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8
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12
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18
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22
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Detailed explanation-1: -This takes the number of beaches certified under the Blue Flag certification to twelve (12).
Detailed explanation-2: -Strict environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility standards must be met and maintained in order to qualify for the Blue Flag. 5,042 beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating tourism operators have received prestigious voluntary awards, which have been given out in 48 different countries to date.
Detailed explanation-3: -In 2022, the prestigious Blue Flag was awarded to 80 beaches in England and 22 beaches in Wales!
Detailed explanation-4: -India now has 12 ‘blue’ beaches, a certificate awarded by the prestigious international programme of cleanliness and environmental sustainability run by the global nonprofit Foundation for Environmental Education.