Question

In August 2024, in which of the following Indian cities, India and Denmark collaborated to create a 'smart laboratory on clean rivers'?

• A. Allahabad
• B. Varanasi
• C. Patna
• D. Hyderabad

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Varanasi

In August 2024, India and Denmark collaborated to establish a "smart laboratory on clean rivers" (SLCR) in Varanasi. SLCR is a collaborative initiative involving India (Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation), Denmark and Indian Institute of Technology - Banaras Hindu University (IIT-BHU). Objectives of SLCR: It aims to rejuvenate the Varuna River using sustainable methods. Funding Mechanism: The SLCR secretariat will get Rs 16.8 crore from the Jal Shakti Ministry and an extra Rs 5 crore from Denmark for sustainability and development.