CLEAN : Long way to go for India to achieve open defecation free tag

The video discusses the recognition of sanitation issues at the highest government levels and the actions taken to address them. It highlights the challenges faced, such as coercion in achieving targets, and suggests a shift from a target-driven approach to a more sustainable solution. The potential for significant progress within a year is emphasized, with many toilets already built, aiming for a country free of open defecation.

What does the speaker express at the beginning of the transcript?

• Excitement about a new project

• Feelings of exhaustion

• Interest in a new book

• Plans for a vacation

What is the speaker's view on the government's recognition of the problem?

• It is insufficient

• It is unprecedented and impressive

• It is too late

• It is unnecessary

According to the speaker, what is needed to address the issue effectively?

• International aid

• Course correction

• A new government

• More funding

What does the speaker suggest about the timeline for achieving a country free of open defecation?

• It will take several years

• It can be achieved in two months

• It is impossible to achieve

• It can be achieved in one year

What does the speaker imply about the current state of toilet construction?

• Toilet construction is not a priority

• Many toilets have already been constructed

• Toilet construction is too expensive

• Not enough toilets have been built

What is the speaker's opinion on the target-driven approach?

• It is too lenient

• It is effective

• It has led to coercion

• It is the only solution

What does the term 'free of open defecation village' mean according to the speaker?

• A temporary status

• A government mandate

• A self-declaration by the village

• A new law