Consider the following statements regarding Blue Flag beaches in India: I. Blue Flag certification is awarded to coastal sites that meet international standards of cleanliness, water quality, safety and sustainable management. II. The certification is granted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). III. In India, the Blue Flag programme is implemented under the Integrated Coastal Zone Management programme. IV. India has achieved Blue Flag certification for 18 beaches across 7 coastal states and 4 Union Territories as of the 2025-26 How many statements above is/are correct?
Analysis of Blue Flag Beaches Statements
Let's examine each statement regarding Blue Flag beaches in India:
- Statement I: This statement accurately defines the Blue Flag certification criteria, focusing on international standards for cleanliness, water quality, safety, and sustainable management of coastal sites.
- Statement II: This statement identifies the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) as the granting body. Within the context of the question and its provided answer, this is considered correct.
- Statement III: This statement correctly notes that the Blue Flag programme in India is implemented under the Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) programme, overseen by the MoEFCC.
- Statement IV: This statement provides figures for India's Blue Flag achievements as of a specific period (2025-26). Based on the provided correct answer, this information is considered accurate for the purpose of this question.
Conclusion on Correct Statements
All four statements (I, II, III, and IV) are considered correct based on the provided context and answer key.
Final Count of Correct Statements
Therefore, the total number of correct statements is 4.
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