The document discusses the importance of environmental cleanliness and maintaining a clean environment. It notes that environmental issues like pollution, climate change, and natural disasters are on the rise due to human activity. Maintaining clean air, water, and land through practices like recycling, not littering, and using environmentally-friendly vehicles and technologies can help address these environmental problems and ensure future environmental cleanliness. Climate change in particular poses a serious threat, with the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere already exceeding tipping points according to reports.

1. Short Essay on the Importance of Clean
Environment
Of late, environment has received a lot of attention. Not only intellectuals but even the ordinary
men and women are becoming aware of the need to have a clean environment.
As a result, what is detrimental to environment is opposed today. Hundreds of developmental
projects which are blind to environmental concerns are objected by the general public. ‘Save
Narmada Agitation’ that is currently going on in western India is a shining example in this
respect. In its simplest connotation, the term ‘environment’ means the surrounding habitat of
man. In its widest sense, it refers to the entire earth with its green forests, vast oceans, the layers
of air and oxygen, etc. In its narrowest meaning, environment means the immediate surroundings
of man – his home, work place, market, neighbourhood, etc. It also includes the atmosphere in
which he lives.
The importance of good and clean environment cannot be described adequately. According to
many scientists, the factor which influences the growth of individuals most is environment. But
unfortunately, the various elements of environment such as, air, water, land, etc., are polluted
and contaminated.
Urbanisation, industrialisation and overcrowded living have primarily been responsible for this
menace. Pollution is also caused by vehicles, supersonic jets, smoke-producing factories, radio-
active elements, etc. The careless dumping of solid wastes by households, factories, markets,
commercial centres, etc., in the open places, streets and in the rivers have further aggravated the
problem.
The polluted environment is a health hazard and causes several diseases and ailments. It ruins
our chances of survival. Hence, an all-out attempt must be made to have a clean environment.
This requires several corrective and preventive measures. One of the best ways to have a clean
environment is to plant more trees.
Human beings, factories and vehicles pollute the air with carbon dioxide, monoxide and
poisonous gases. But the oxygen which the trees give out lessens their harmful effect. Secondly,
pollution caused by the dumping of wastes in streets, rivers, living places must be stopped at all
cost.
This calls for individual and community efforts. The recent Supreme Court order in India, to
close down those factories which dump their wastes in the Ganges, is indeed a right step in the
right direction.
Thus, on the whole, people are becoming aware of the vital need to have a good and clean
environment. The awakening of the general masses in this respect is a welcome sign and would
make our world a better place to live in.

2. Cleanliness can be described as the state of being free from germs and the process of achieving
and maintaining that state. In emphasizing the ongoing set of habits for purposes of prevention
and maintenance, cleanliness concept differs from purity, which is a moral, physical or ritual
state of being free from pollutants. Purity is a quality of a substance or an individual. Cleanliness
implies a system of interactions; it has a social dimension. Cleanliness is related to disease
prevention hygiene. One way of achieving cleanliness at practical level is by washing hands with
water and some detergent. Cleanliness has played a role in forming cultural values in relation to
cultural imperialism, humanitarianism, and social class. Cleanliness means an effort to remove
hazardous materials and germs.
According to the proverb, cleanliness is next to godliness. The importance of cleanliness is also
emphasized in the Bible. Many of the Bible cleansing rituals were related to access to a
tabernacle; place where the presence of God manifested itself. Rules were given, according to
which a person must be clean. If the person was not clean, he/she would be cut off from the
community. Cleanliness has a different meaning to different people. For example, when a young
child is called by his/her mother to wash his/her hands and face, he/she may think that holding
hands under a running tap and wetting his/her lips is enough. However, the mother knows better.
Fungus, germs, and any sort of growth can pile up in dirty clothing and bedding; cleanliness
prevents the spread of germs and diseases (UN-Water 11).
Perception of Cleanliness
Standards of cleanliness are not equal around the world, and people have different understanding
of cleanliness. In the past, a well-ordered and clean school environment in many countries gave
the children an opportunity to develop appropriate cleanliness habits. In this era, some school
grounds are full of debris and litter and they look like garbage more than an environment to read
or exercise. Adults, on the other hand, are not good examples of cleanliness in the business world
or in life. For instance, many public places are unsightly and messy. Industries and factories
pollute the environment. Pollution is not caused by businesses or faceless industries, but by
people. As greed is the main cause of worldwide problem of pollution and its ill effects, part of
the problem is a result of personal unclean habits. Being neat and clean is important. Cleanliness
should begin with the personal hygiene; it is vital for people to learn about hygiene and the
diseases linked to lack of it. Certain habits like regular brushing of teeth, washing hands after
visiting the toilet, and bathing are necessary to be taught from a tender age. These are personal
habits. It is essential to follow certain rules like refraining from spitting on the road or in the
house, avoiding littering places, and keeping our surrounding clean. Habits or behaviors picked
at a tender age, whether bad or good, get into one’s personality (Jehovah's Witnesses pr. 4).
Cleanliness and Sanitation in the Cmmunity
Cleanliness and sanitation in the home and community and personal cleanliness are crucial to
ending the spread of germs and preventing illnesses. Illnesses can be caused by eating
contaminated foods, touching an infected person; they can be passed on through clothes or bed
covers, insect or animal bites. When the people in community strive to improve sanitation, many
health problems are solved, and this benefits everyone in the community. For example, joining
hands together to develop water for cleaning and cooking will enable the community people to

3. easily access clean water. The people in the community should also keep the drinking water
clean by not bathing, washing clothes or utensils in it or letting the animals into the water source.
Draining stagnant water in open containers, washing areas and in puddles will ensure prevention
of breeding mosquitoes. Mosquitoes that breed in stagnating waters cause malaria fever.
The community can reduce flies by making sure that garbage is disposed of in a proper way. The
garbage should be fenced off or covered to keep animals and bugs away if it is above the ground.
If possible, plastic garbage should not be burned since the fumes can be poisonous to sick,
young, and older people. Other wastes can be reduced, reused, and recycled. Several wastes can
be recycled including plastics, magazines, and newspapers. Cleanliness, if to put it in better
terms, can give a difference between life and death. A dirty environment affects the health of the
people living in it. If people would like to stay healthy, then they should keep their environment
clean. An individual should also ensure cleanliness in all sections of the home, including the
toilet, especially the flushing toilet, bathroom, kitchen, and sitting room (Vigarello 61).
In conclusion, if technical health solutions are promoted, diseases caused by germs or poor
sanitation can be prevented. Health promoters in the community should listen keenly and work
with the people in order to improve health in a lasting way. The community will enjoy better
health if they employ better methods of sanitation that fit their abilities and needs. Every
individual should begin cleanliness from his or her own body before focusing on the cleanliness
of his or her home, and finally the cleanliness of the community, in which the individual lives.
Cleaning your home is not just disinfecting constantly, it also means being aware of the areas
that are likely to spread infection and removing the germs before they cause danger. Experts are
now concerned about the home hygiene in an effort to maintain the immune system of children
that is not exposed to everyday viruses and bacteria. A healthy environment leads to a better and
healthier life.
Environmental issue
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Water pollution is an environmental issue that affects many water bodies. This photograph shows
foam on the New River as it enters the United States from Mexico.

4. Environmental issues are harmful effects of human activitity on the biophysical environment.
Environmentalism, a social and environmental movement, addresses environmental issues
through advocacy, education and activism.
The carbon dioxide equivalent of greenhouse gases (GHG) in the atmosphere has already
exceeded 400 parts per million (NOAA) (with total "long-term" GHG exceeding 455 parts per
million). (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Report) This level is considered a tipping
point. "The amount of greenhouse gas in the atmosphere is already above the threshold that can
potentially cause dangerous climate change. We are already at risk...It's not next year or next
decade, it's now." Report from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
(OCHA):[1]
"Climate disasters are on the rise. Around 70 percent of disasters are now climate related – up
from around 50 percent from two decades ago.
These disasters take a heavier human toll and come with a higher price tag. In the last decade,
2.4 billion people were affected by climate related disasters, compared to 1.7 billion in the
previous decade. The cost of responding to disasters has risen tenfold between 1992 and 2008.
Destructive sudden heavy rains, intense tropical storms, repeated flooding and droughts are
likely to increase, as will the vulnerability of local communities in the absence of strong
concerted action." (OCHA) "Climate change is not just a distant future threat. It is the main
driver behind rising humanitarian needs and we are seeing its impact. The number of people
affected and the damages inflicted by extreme weather has been unprecedented."
vironmental cleanlinessiskeepingthe Earth'senvironment,whetheritbe land,airor water,clean.
Recycling,notlitteringinwaterorstorm drains,andusingenvironmentallysafe vehicleshelpensurethe
progressionof environmental cleanliness.