With reference to Central Water Commission (CWC), consider the following statements: It works as an attached office of Ministry of Jal Shakti. It handles issues related to both surface water and ground water in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. With reference to Central Water Commission (CWC), consider the following statements:
1. It works as an attached office of Ministry of Jal Shakti.
2. It handles issues related to both surface water and ground water in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Statement 1 is correct
Statement 2 is incorrect: CWC deals with only surface water. Central Groundwater Board (CGWB) handles ground water.

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