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2022

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
World Bank has approved a loan of $150 million (nearly Rs 1, 200 crores) to which state?
A
Haryana
B
Punjab
C
Kerala
D
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -"The World Bank is pleased to be a partner of the state of Punjab in the state’s effort to deliver timely, cost-effective and good-quality public services, which is critical for inclusive development,” said Auguste Tano Kouame, the World Bank’s Country Director in India.

Detailed explanation-2: -The funds-starved coffers of Punjab government has got a loan of $150 million (approximately Rs 1,200 crore) from the World Bank to help the state better manage its financial resources and improve access to public services.

Detailed explanation-3: -WASHINGTON, DC, September, 21, 2022 - The World Bank’s Executive Board of Directors today approved a $350 million loan to the western Indian state of Gujarat to improve the quality and access of its public healthcare services, with special focus on adolescent girls and disease surveillance.

Detailed explanation-4: -The World Bank on Friday said its board of executive directors has approved a $150 million (about Rs 1,112 crore)program to support Tamil Nadu’s vision of making Chennai into a world-class city that is more green, livable, and resilient to climate change.

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