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GK QUESTION#1564

What is the main purpose of rainwater harvesting under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan?

  1. ATo promote urbanization
  2. BTo store excess rainwater for future useCorrect answer
  3. CTo increase groundwater depletion
  4. DTo reduce agricultural activities
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B. To store excess rainwater for future use

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Under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan, rainwater harvesting aims to conserve water by storing rainwater and recharging groundwater to tackle water scarcity.

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