CURRENT AFFAIRS

2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Union Urban Development Ministry sanctioned Rs. 37.5 crore for development of which down under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme
A
Siddipeta Mandal
B
Nandavaram
C
Hubli
D
Machilipatnam
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The components of the AMRUT consist of capacity building, reform implementation, water supply, sewerage and septage management, storm water drainage, urban transport and development of green spaces and parks.

Detailed explanation-2: -UPSC Mains Odisha has secured first position by scoring 85.67 per cent and provided piped water supply to households of nine cities of the state. Out of the 191 projects started under the AMRUT scheme, the state has completed 148 of them. Odisha is followed by Chandigarh and Telangana.

Detailed explanation-3: -To increase the amenity value of cities by developing greenery and well maintained open spaces (e.g. parks). To reduce pollution by switching to public transport or constructing facilities for non-motorized transport (e.g. walking and cycling).

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