Question

The 'Neeru-Meeru' (Water and You) watershed development program in India is related to which state?

• A. Rajasthan
• B. Andhra Pradesh
• C. Tamil Nadu
• D. Maharashtra

Hint:

\[ \text{Neeru-Meeru} \rightarrow \text{Andhra Pradesh} \] Focused on: \[ \text{watershed development and water conservation} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The: \[ \text{Neeru-Meeru Programme} \] literally means: \[ \text{``Water and You''} \] It is a watershed and water conservation programme launched in: \[ \text{Andhra Pradesh} \] The programme focuses on:
• Rainwater harvesting
• Watershed development
• Groundwater recharge
• Conservation of water resources Its main objective is: \[ \text{sustainable management of water resources} \] especially in drought-prone areas. Option analysis:
• Option (A): Incorrect
• Option (B): Correct
• Option (C): Incorrect
• Option (D): Incorrect Therefore: \[ \boxed{\text{(B)}} \]