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2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following became the first state to approve a draft water policy to address water issues, conservation, and protection of water sources in the state?
A
Meghalaya
B
Karnataka
C
Bihar
D
Rajasthan
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Meghalaya has become the first state in India to approve a draft water policy to address water issues, conservation, and protection of water sources in the state.

Detailed explanation-2: -The NWRC adopted the first National Water Policy in its 2nd meeting held in September, 1987. Important views and the same was circulated to the central ministries and States for implementation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Policy Objectives This Integrated State Water Policy of Meghalaya intends to “achieve sustainable development, management and use of Meghalaya’s water resources with community participation to improve health and livelihoods, reduce vulnerability while assuring good governance for present and future generations”.

Detailed explanation-4: -2013 to be declared Water Conservation Year.

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