Blue Flag certification

Question 1

What is Blue Flag certification ?

Answer 1

It is one of the world’s most recognised voluntary ecolabels awarded to beaches, marinas etc

Question 2

Can all beaches be given this certificate ?

Answer 2

NOOO , many environmental, educational, safety and accessibility criteria must be met

Question 3

Recent development ?

Answer 3

Union Environment Ministry has selected 12 beaches to contend for this certification

Question 4

Who issues this certificate ?

Answer 4

Intl Intergovernmental NGO called FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education)

Question 5

Last yr which beach from India got this certificate ?

Answer 5

Chandrabhaga beach - Odisha