Which country is the home base for the cleantech startup She-Guard, the winner of the 'ClimateLaunchpad Asia-Pacific' finals?
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Correct Answer :
B. Pakistan
She-Guard, the Pakistan-based cleantech startup, secured victory at the 'ClimateLaunchpad Asia-Pacific' finals by presenting their innovative biodegradable and plastic-free sanitary product. Their mission involves transforming banana crop waste into affordable, eco-friendly sanitary napkins, addressing climate change, public health, and solid waste management challenges in Pakistan.
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