Practice Summary Table: Key Authorities And Functions (6) - Government Authorities and Their Roles

Practice: Summary Table: Key Authorities and Functions

Lesson 6Government Authorities and Their Roles

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
Name the ministry responsible for water resource management in India.
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Think about which ministry deals with water supply.
Question 2.
What are ULBs?
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Consider which bodies manage city functions.
3Question 3.
Which ministry is responsible for urban sanitation policy?
- Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- Ministry of Environment
- Forest and Climate Change
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Think about which ministry deals with urban areas.
4Question 4.
True or False: Local bodies are responsible for planning large-scale water supply projects.
- True
- False
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Remember the role of planning.
Question 5.
Propose a plan for improving the coordination among central, state, and local authorities in managing solid waste.
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Think about how technology can bridge gaps between various levels of authority.
Question 6.
Consider the implications of climate change on water supply management and propose adaptive strategies for each level of government.
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Reflect on current policies and their flexibility in addressing new challenges.

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