Q. With reference to “Atal Bhujal Yojana” consider the following statements:
1.It aims to clean the waters of the major rivers which are mostly used for irrigation purposes.
2.50 percent of the scheme is being funded by the World Bank.
3.It is a central sector scheme under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The scheme aims to recharge groundwater sources and ensure the efficient use of water by involving people at the local level.
Statement 2 and 3 are correct. The funding pattern of the scheme is 50:50 between the Government of India and the World Bank. It is a central sector scheme under the ministry of Jal Shakti.
Source: ForumIAS
