If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country? 1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of wastewater. 2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water. 3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India. 4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A1 only
B1 and 2 only
C3 and 4 only
D1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 1 and 2 only
UPSC CSE Prelims 2012 (GS-I, Set A), Q.5. Answer key: B (coaching consensus; UPSC did not publish an official 2012 AK separately on upsc.gov.in).
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