Question

In which year was the inland waterways authority setup?

• A. 1986
• B. 1985
• C. 1984
• D. 1982

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1986

• The Inland Waterways Authority of India was established in 1986.

• This authority was established on 27 October 1986 for the development and regulation of inland waterways in India.

• Its headquarters are in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

• The authority is responsible for the construction and maintenance of national waterways.

Main functions:

• Conducts construction, survey and economic feasibility studies of national waterways.

• Prepares standard designs for freight and passenger transport.

• Enforces laws and regulations related to inland waterway transport.