Environment & Ecology question from JKAS Prelims, 2021 by JKPSC
Which one of the following does not come under the Jal Jeevan Mission (Urban)?
Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Free water supply to all households
The Jal Jeevan Mission (Urban), launched in 2021, aims for universal coverage of water supply to all households through functional taps in all statutory towns. However, it does not mandate or include a provision for "free" water supply; rather, it focuses on infrastructure, sustainability, and service delivery.
Key Components of Jal Jeevan Mission (Urban)
Universal Water Supply: Providing 2.68 crore tap connections to achieve 100% coverage in all 4,378 statutory towns.
Sewerage Management: Providing 2.64 crore sewer connections or septage management in 500 AMRUT cities (Option C).
Circular Economy of Water: Focuses on the rejuvenation of water bodies and mandates that at least 20% of the water demand be met through reused/recycled water (Option A).
Green Initiatives: Includes the creation of green spaces and parks to reduce the "heat island" effect and improve groundwater recharge (Option B).
Funding: Encouraging private-public partnerships (PPP) and a "Pey Jal Survekshan" (water survey) to promote healthy competition among cities.
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