What does the Blue Economy refer to?
- AEconomic activities related to oceans, seas and coasts
- BAn economy based on manufacturing electronic goods
- CEconomic activities related to the sky
- DEconomic activities related to the production of hydrogen-driven vehicles
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Correct answer: (a) Economic activities related to oceans, seas and coasts
Explanation
The Blue Economy means the sustainable use of the resources of oceans, seas and coasts for growth, jobs and livelihoods while keeping marine ecosystems healthy. It covers fisheries and aquaculture, shipping and ports, coastal tourism, offshore energy and seabed minerals.
India's efforts include the SAGAR vision (Security and Growth for All in the Region, 2015) and the Deep Ocean Mission (2021) of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, which explores deep-sea resources such as polymetallic nodules.