Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Mission Amrit Sarovar:
1.It aims to conserve water for the future by developing and rejuvenating 75 water bodies in each district of India.
2.It commemorates the launch of the Jal Jeevan Mission.
3.It ensures that local communities are involved in the construction and maintenance of water bodies.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Mission Amrit Sarovar, launched on April 24, 2022, under the “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav,” aims to construct or rejuvenate 75 water bodies in each district across India, with a total target of 50,000 ponds nationwide. The mission focuses on addressing water scarcity and ensuring sustainable water resources for the future. The mission emphasizes community participation (Jan Bhagidaari) by involving local stakeholders, user groups, freedom fighters, and other citizens in the development and maintenance of Amrit Sarovars.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Mission Amrit Sarovar was launched as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, celebrating 75 years of India’s independence, not to commemorate the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Source: DD News
