Question 10 - MCQ Questions (1 Mark) - Chapter 3 Class 10 Geography - Water Resources - Geography

What is the significance of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) launched by the Government of India, and what is the expected service level of potable piped water supply per capita per day that is aimed to be achieved by this mission?

1. A) To promote eco-friendly water system  in rural areas, and to achieve a service level of 30 litres per capita per day
2. B) To reduce water pollution in rural areas, and to achieve a service level of 80 litres per capita per day
3. C) To improve the standard of living in rural areas by providing potable piped water supply, and to achieve a service level of 55 litres per capita per day
4. D) To increase the agricultural productivity by providing moder irrigation system in rural areas, and to achieve a service level of 120 litres per capita per day

Answer:

So, the correct answer is (C):    To improve the standard of living in rural areas by providing potable piped water supply, and to achieve a service level of 55 litres per capita per day

Explanation

• Government of India has accorded highest priority to improve the quality of life and enhance ease of living of people especially those living in rural areas by announcing the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM).
• The Goal of JJM is to enable every rural household to get assured supply of potable piped water at a service level of 55 litres per capita per day regularly on long-term basis by ensuring functionality of the tap water connections