Sustainable Development Goals

The SDGs are 17 global goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to address poverty and inequality and protect the environment by 2030. They call for global cooperation, and India is a major participant, striving to end poverty and ensure sustainable growth for everyone.

1. What are the SDGs?
   The SDGs are a universal contract among nations to improve living conditions, protect the planet, and create opportunities for all.
2. Total Goals: 17
3. Target Year: 2030
4. India’s Role: India contributes by running nationwide programmes for clean water, education, equality, clean energy, and eradicating poverty.

• No Poverty (SDG 1): Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana provides affordable housing.
• Quality Education (SDG 4): Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan helps ensure every child goes to school.
• Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6): Swachh Bharat Abhiyan improves hygiene and water access.

• The SDGs are interconnected.
• Progress in one goal benefits others.
• India’s inclusive approach supports “leaving no one behind”.