{"id":54067,"date":"2026-07-13T22:35:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T17:05:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54067"},"modified":"2026-07-13T22:35:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T17:05:40","slug":"ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/","title":{"rendered":"Ahmedabad Guinness World Record Plantation: 3.61 Lakh Saplings Planted in One Hour \u2013 Current Affairs for UPSC, SSC &amp; PSC Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Ahmedabad_Guinness_World_Record_plantation_is_a_major_current_affairs_topic_for_competitive_exams_Learn_how_Ahmedabad_planted_361_lakh_saplings_in_one_hour_the_Miyawaki_Method_key_facts_exam_relevance_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\" >Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation is a major current affairs topic for competitive exams. Learn how Ahmedabad planted 3.61 lakh saplings in one hour, the Miyawaki Method, key facts, exam relevance, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Ahmedabad_Creates_a_Historic_Environmental_Milestone\" >Ahmedabad Creates a Historic Environmental Milestone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Mega_Plantation_Drive_Witnesses_Massive_Public_Participation\" >Mega Plantation Drive Witnesses Massive Public Participation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Miyawaki_Method_Played_a_Key_Role\" >Miyawaki Method Played a Key Role<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Promoting_Climate_Action_and_Sustainable_Cities\" >Promoting Climate Action and Sustainable Cities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Importance_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Importance for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Important_Environmental_Current_Affair\" >Important Environmental Current Affair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Relevance_for_Government_Examinations\" >Relevance for Government Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Supports_Indias_Green_Development_Goals\" >Supports India&#8217;s Green Development Goals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Growth_of_Mass_Plantation_Campaigns_in_India\" >Growth of Mass Plantation Campaigns in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#The_Miyawaki_Technique\" >The Miyawaki Technique<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Guinness_World_Records_and_Environmental_Awareness\" >Guinness World Records and Environmental Awareness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#FAQs_Ahmedabad_Sets_Guinness_World_Record_by_Planting_361_Lakh_Saplings_in_One_Hour\" >FAQs: Ahmedabad Sets Guinness World Record by Planting 3.61 Lakh Saplings in One Hour<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#1_Which_city_created_a_Guinness_World_Record_by_planting_361_lakh_saplings_in_one_hour\" >1. Which city created a Guinness World Record by planting 3.61 lakh saplings in one hour?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#2_Which_organization_organized_the_record-breaking_plantation_drive\" >2. Which organization organized the record-breaking plantation drive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#3_How_many_volunteers_participated_in_the_plantation_drive\" >3. How many volunteers participated in the plantation drive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#4_Which_plantation_technique_was_used_during_the_drive\" >4. Which plantation technique was used during the drive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#5_Who_developed_the_Miyawaki_Method\" >5. Who developed the Miyawaki Method?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#6_Why_is_the_Miyawaki_Method_important\" >6. Why is the Miyawaki Method important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#7_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >7. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#8_What_are_the_environmental_benefits_of_large-scale_plantation_drives\" >8. What are the environmental benefits of large-scale plantation drives?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#9_Which_Sustainable_Development_Goals_SDGs_are_related_to_this_initiative\" >9. Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are related to this initiative?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#10_What_should_candidates_remember_for_exams_from_this_current_affair\" >10. What should candidates remember for exams from this current affair?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/gujarat\/ahmedabad-guinness-world-record-plantation\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ahmedabad_Guinness_World_Record_plantation_is_a_major_current_affairs_topic_for_competitive_exams_Learn_how_Ahmedabad_planted_361_lakh_saplings_in_one_hour_the_Miyawaki_Method_key_facts_exam_relevance_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\"><\/span><strong>Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation<\/strong> is a major current affairs topic for competitive exams. Learn how Ahmedabad planted 3.61 lakh saplings in one hour, the Miyawaki Method, key facts, exam relevance, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ahmedabad_Creates_a_Historic_Environmental_Milestone\"><\/span>Ahmedabad Creates a Historic Environmental Milestone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ahmedabad has achieved a remarkable environmental milestone by setting a new Guinness World Record for planting <strong>3.61 lakh (361,000) saplings in just one hour<\/strong>. The record was created during a massive plantation drive organized by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) at Bhadaj in Gujarat. The initiative showcased India&#8217;s growing commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable urban development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mega_Plantation_Drive_Witnesses_Massive_Public_Participation\"><\/span>Mega Plantation Drive Witnesses Massive Public Participation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The record-breaking event witnessed the participation of more than <strong>25,000 volunteers<\/strong>, including government officials, students, NGOs, environmental groups, and local citizens. Their coordinated efforts enabled the plantation of lakhs of saplings within the stipulated one-hour timeframe, demonstrating the power of community participation in environmental protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Miyawaki_Method_Played_a_Key_Role\"><\/span>Miyawaki Method Played a Key Role<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The plantation drive was carried out using the <strong>Miyawaki forest technique<\/strong>, a scientifically developed method that promotes the rapid growth of dense native forests. The saplings were planted across an area of approximately <strong>76,000 square metres<\/strong>, creating a green ecosystem that is expected to improve biodiversity, air quality, and groundwater recharge in the coming years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promoting_Climate_Action_and_Sustainable_Cities\"><\/span>Promoting Climate Action and Sustainable Cities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The initiative reflects India&#8217;s emphasis on climate resilience, afforestation, and sustainable urban planning. Large-scale plantation drives contribute significantly to carbon sequestration, reduce urban heat island effects, conserve biodiversity, and improve environmental health. Such efforts also support India&#8217;s commitments under international climate agreements and national environmental missions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Importance for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This achievement is highly relevant for competitive examinations because questions frequently appear on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Guinness World Records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environment and Ecology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Climate Change<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miyawaki Method<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Forestry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biodiversity Conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Affairs related to Government Initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates preparing for UPSC, State PSCs, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, Teaching, and other government examinations should remember the location, number of saplings planted, organizing authority, and the plantation method used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Ahmedabad-Guinness-World-Record-plantation\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTqg_UeOLHsFhMq895dXbqNhk87FcEvbXwFs2oqRYoJdQ&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation\" title=\"Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Environmental_Current_Affair\"><\/span>Important Environmental Current Affair<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This achievement is one of the most significant environmental current affairs of the year because it combines public participation with large-scale ecological restoration. Planting <strong>3.61 lakh saplings in one hour<\/strong> demonstrates how urban local bodies can mobilize communities for environmental conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Government_Examinations\"><\/span>Relevance for Government Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions on environmental initiatives, Guinness World Records, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development are commonly asked in UPSC, State PSC, SSC CGL, Banking, Railways, Defence, and Teacher Eligibility Tests. This event is particularly important because it links environmental conservation with governance and public administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Indias_Green_Development_Goals\"><\/span>Supports India&#8217;s Green Development Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mass plantation drives contribute towards increasing green cover, improving biodiversity, reducing pollution, and combating climate change. The use of the Miyawaki technique further highlights scientific approaches to afforestation, making the event important from both environmental and technological perspectives. It also demonstrates how civic participation can accelerate progress toward sustainable development objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growth_of_Mass_Plantation_Campaigns_in_India\"><\/span>Growth of Mass Plantation Campaigns in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has conducted several large-scale plantation campaigns over the past decade as part of efforts to increase forest cover and address climate change. Various states have organized mega plantation drives involving government agencies, schools, NGOs, and citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Miyawaki_Technique\"><\/span>The Miyawaki Technique<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Miyawaki method was developed by Japanese botanist <strong>Akira Miyawaki<\/strong>. It focuses on planting native species densely so that forests grow much faster than conventional plantations. These forests require relatively less maintenance after establishment and support higher biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guinness_World_Records_and_Environmental_Awareness\"><\/span>Guinness World Records and Environmental Awareness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attempts to set Guinness World Records through plantation drives have become an effective way to generate public awareness regarding environmental conservation. Ahmedabad&#8217;s achievement adds another milestone to India&#8217;s growing list of environmental accomplishments while encouraging similar initiatives across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Ahmedabad set a Guinness World Record by planting <strong>3.61 lakh saplings in one hour<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The plantation drive was organized by the <strong>Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>More than <strong>25,000 volunteers<\/strong> participated in the campaign.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The <strong>Miyawaki method<\/strong> was used to develop a dense urban forest.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The initiative promotes afforestation, climate action, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable urban development.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ahmedabad Guinness World Record plantation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Ahmedabad_Sets_Guinness_World_Record_by_Planting_361_Lakh_Saplings_in_One_Hour\"><\/span>FAQs: Ahmedabad Sets Guinness World Record by Planting 3.61 Lakh Saplings in One Hour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Which_city_created_a_Guinness_World_Record_by_planting_361_lakh_saplings_in_one_hour\"><\/span>1. Which city created a Guinness World Record by planting 3.61 lakh saplings in one hour?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Ahmedabad, Gujarat, created the Guinness World Record by planting <strong>3.61 lakh (361,000) saplings in one hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_organization_organized_the_record-breaking_plantation_drive\"><\/span>2. Which organization organized the record-breaking plantation drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The plantation drive was organized by the <strong>Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_volunteers_participated_in_the_plantation_drive\"><\/span>3. How many volunteers participated in the plantation drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> More than <strong>25,000 volunteers<\/strong>, including students, government officials, NGOs, and citizens, participated in the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_plantation_technique_was_used_during_the_drive\"><\/span>4. Which plantation technique was used during the drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The <strong>Miyawaki Method<\/strong> was used to create a dense and rapidly growing urban forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Who_developed_the_Miyawaki_Method\"><\/span>5. Who developed the Miyawaki Method?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Miyawaki Method was developed by <strong>Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_is_the_Miyawaki_Method_important\"><\/span>6. Why is the Miyawaki Method important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> It helps develop dense forests using native plant species, improves biodiversity, absorbs more carbon dioxide, and grows much faster than conventional forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span>7. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> It is important because questions related to <strong>environment, climate change, Guinness World Records, urban forestry, biodiversity, and sustainable development<\/strong> are frequently asked in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, and Teaching examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_are_the_environmental_benefits_of_large-scale_plantation_drives\"><\/span>8. What are the environmental benefits of large-scale plantation drives?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> They help reduce air pollution, improve biodiversity, increase green cover, recharge groundwater, lower urban temperatures, and absorb carbon dioxide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_Sustainable_Development_Goals_SDGs_are_related_to_this_initiative\"><\/span>9. Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are related to this initiative?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The initiative supports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SDG 11:<\/strong> Sustainable Cities and Communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SDG 13:<\/strong> Climate Action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SDG 15:<\/strong> Life on Land<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_should_candidates_remember_for_exams_from_this_current_affair\"><\/span>10. What should candidates remember for exams from this current affair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Theme: Environment and Climate Action<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">City: <strong>Ahmedabad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">State: <strong>Gujarat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Record: <strong>3.61 lakh saplings planted in one hour<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organizing Body: <strong>Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plantation Technique: <strong>Miyawaki Method<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Developed by: <strong>Akira Miyawaki<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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