UPSC General Studies Solved Paper - General Studies-2012

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    If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?
    1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste water,                                  
    2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadecquate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water.
    3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the peninsular India.                                            
    4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government.
    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    A)  Only 1             

    B)  1 and 2    

    C)  3 and 4           

    D)  All of these

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Exp. [b] National Water Mission is one of the component of National Action Plan on Climate Change. It is aimed at conservation of water, minimising wastage and ensuring its more equitable distribution. Statements 3 and 4 are not part of the National Water Mission.


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