CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative will combat marine pollution, which is one of the fastest growing environmental concerns. The Joint Initiative was signed formally by Mr. Nils RagnarKamsvag, Ambassador to India, Embassy of Norway and Mr.

Detailed explanation-2: -In another step toward eliminating single-use plastic, the Union Environment Ministry has launched “Prakriti”, a mascot to spread greater awareness about small changes that can be sustainably adopted in the lifestyle for a better environment.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Save Our Seas 2.0 Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-224) was signed into law in December 2020. The Act contains three titles that enhance: (1) the United States’ domestic programs to address marine debris, (2) international engagement to combat marine debris, and (3) domestic infrastructure to prevent marine debris.