Correct Answer: Option A) 1 & 2 only
The question examines statements about the SAUNI (Saurashtra Narmada Avataran Irrigation) project:
Statement 1: "The Saurashtra region heavily depends on the Narmada for water" - Correct
The Saurashtra region in Gujarat has historically faced water scarcity issues. The region does heavily depend on the Narmada water for irrigation and drinking purposes, which is why the SAUNI project was conceived to divert excess water from the Narmada to the region.
Statement 2: "SAUNI project aims to fill 115 dams in Saurashtra" - Correct
The SAUNI (Saurashtra Narmada Avataran Irrigation) Yojana is a project that aims to divert excess floodwater from the Narmada River to fill 115 major dams in the water-scarce Saurashtra region through a network of pipelines and canals.
Statement 3: "The SAUNI project is implemented in Madhya Pradesh" - Incorrect
The SAUNI project is implemented in Gujarat, not Madhya Pradesh. It specifically targets the Saurashtra peninsula region of Gujarat to address its water scarcity issues.
