Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) was launched at COP-26; India updated its NDC on 3 August 2022 to include LiFE as a key pillar.
Three Phases of Mission LiFE
| Phase | Focus |
|---|---|
| Phase I | Demand shift — nudging citizens toward eco-conscious lifestyles |
| Phase II | Supply shift — industries transition to sustainable production |
| Phase III | Policy change — regulatory frameworks supporting sustainability |
Four Vedic Principles Aligned with LiFE
| Principle | Meaning | LiFE Connection |
|---|---|---|
| Aparigraha | Non-hoarding, non-possessiveness | Reduce, reuse — minimal consumption |
| Prakriti Raksha | Nature conservation | Biodiversity protection, sustainable resource use |
| Yajna | Sacrifice, selfless action | Community service for environmental good |
| Rta | Cosmic order, natural law | Living in harmony with nature’s rhythms |
Related Government Initiatives
- Ecomark Rules 2024: Notified 24 September 2024 — eco-labelling for sustainable products
- RUCO Programme: Repurpose Used Cooking Oil — collected for biodiesel
- GOBARdhan: Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan — biogas plants converting cattle dung and agricultural waste
UPSC Angle
- GS3: Environment, sustainable development, Mission LiFE, circular economy
- GS4: Ethics — linking traditional Indian values with modern environmental responsibility
- Essay: “Can ancient Indian wisdom provide solutions to the modern climate crisis?”
Sources: NextIAS Yojana January 2026, EduRev Yojana January 2026 Part 2