Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Water resources

Question:

Which water development projects is sponsored by Central Government?

Options:

Johad scheme

Arvary Pani Sansad

Neeru Meeru

Haryali

Correct Answer:

Haryali

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Haryali

Haryali is a watershed development project sponsored by the Central Government which aims at enabling the rural population to conserve water for drinking, irrigation, fisheries and afforestation. The Project is being executed by Gram Panchayats with people’s participation.