In February 2021, the Pilot Pey Jal Survekshan was launched by:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
In February 2021, the Pilot Pey Jal Survekshan was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs under the Jal Jeevan Mission-Urban (JJM-U). The initiative was started in 10 cities—Agra, Badlapur, Bhubaneswar, Churu, Kochi, Madurai, Patiala, Rohtak, Surat, and Tumkur—to assess equitable water distribution, reuse of wastewater, and mapping of water bodies based on quantity and quality. The survey aims to ensure universal access to safe water through functional household tap connections in urban areas, supporting the government’s broader goal of sustainable urban water management.