Which of the following is not suggested as a must for healthy city by the World Health Organisation?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Provides free water and electricity to citizens
The World Health Organisation (WHO) suggests what a healthy city must have.
Option (1) A clean and safe environment — Suggested by the WHO. A clean and safe environment is the first item on the WHO list.
Option (2) Involves the community in local government — Suggested by the WHO. People of the city should take part in running it.
Option (3) Provides easily accessible health service — Suggested by the WHO. Health services should be within easy reach of the people.
Option (4) Provides free water and electricity to citizens — Not suggested by the WHO. A healthy city must meet the basic needs of all its inhabitants. Free water and electricity are not on the WHO list.
Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.
Pre-rationalised NCERT:
Box: What is a Healthy City? |
