Question

Under India's updated State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) for 2025, which sector received the highest budgetary allocation for climate adaptation?

• A. Transport
• B. Urban Planning
• C. Agriculture and Water Resources
• D. Renewable Energy

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Agriculture and Water Resources

Climate Change Adaptation Budget Allocation

• Agriculture and Water Resources sectors have received the highest budgetary allocation under India's updated State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) for 2025.

• This significant allocation underscores the vulnerability of these sectors to climate change impacts such as erratic rainfall, droughts, and floods.

• Agriculture: Funding will focus on climate-resilient farming practices, crop diversification, soil health management, and improved irrigation efficiency to mitigate risks and ensure food security.

• Water Resources: Investments will be directed towards sustainable water management, conservation efforts, rainwater harvesting, and infrastructure development to address water scarcity and improve water availability.

• The prioritization of these sectors reflects their critical role in the Indian economy and the livelihoods of a large population.

• This strategic budgetary decision aims to enhance the adaptive capacity of these vital areas against the projected challenges of climate change