Question

Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options:

Assertion (A): Mission Amrit Sarovar promotes water conservation.

Reason (R): It aims to construct 75 ponds in each district by 2024.

• A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• C. A is true, but R is false
• D. A is false, but R is true

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

• Mission Amrit Sarovar was launched by the Prime Minister of India on April 24, 2022, as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations, commemorating 75 years of India's independence.
• Primary Objective: The mission is fundamentally centered on water conservation and the rejuvenation of water bodies to ensure future water security.
• Target Metrics: The scheme aimed to develop and rejuvenate at least 75 water bodies, known as Amrit Sarovars, in each district of the country.
• Timeline: The initial target for completing these projects was August 15, 2023, aligning with the 75th year of independence; however, the initiative remains a cornerstone of rural infrastructure development.
• Implementation Strategy: The mission adopts a whole-of-government approach involving the Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Ministry of Culture, and Ministry of Panchayati Raj, along with local community participation.
• Technical Specifications: Each identified pond must have a minimum area of 1 acre with a water holding capacity of approximately 10,000 cubic meters.
• Focus Areas: The project prioritizes the desilting of existing water bodies, catchment area stabilization, and increasing the overall groundwater recharge capacity in rural India.