GOBARdhan

·         GOBARdhan stands for Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan.

• It is an initiative aimed at converting cattle dung and other organic waste into useful resources.
• It promotes:
  • Biogas
  • Bio-CNG
  • Organic manure
• It is associated with waste-to-wealth and the circular economy.
• The initiative helps in:
  • Improving sanitation.
  • Managing organic waste.
  • Providing clean energy.
  • Creating additional income opportunities for farmers.

Prelims Question

Q. GOBARdhan, often seen in the context of waste-to-wealth initiatives, is primarily associated with:

A. Conversion of organic waste into useful resources
B. Development of solar parks in rural areas
C. Conservation of groundwater in agricultural areas
D. Promotion of electric vehicles

Answer: A. Conversion of organic waste into useful resources

Explanation: GOBARdhan focuses on the effective management and utilisation of cattle dung and other organic waste for producing resources such as biogas, Bio-CNG and organic manure.