SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 84

The correct answer is Option 3: 2028.
Explanation:
According to the announcements made in the Union Budget 2025-26, the deadline for the Jal Jeevan Mission has been extended to March 2028.
Original Target: This mission was launched on August 15, 2019, with the initial objective of providing safe and adequate drinking water to every rural household through Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) by 2024.
Reason for Extension: Considering the challenging geographical conditions in several states, delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and technical hurdles in certain regions, the government has extended the mission's duration to ensure coverage for all remaining households.
Budget Allocation: A substantial financial allocation has been made for this mission in the Budget 2025-26 to ensure the 100% achievement of the 'Har Ghar Jal' (Water to Every Household) target.
Key Highlights of the Jal Jeevan Mission (from an examination perspective):

• Ministry: This mission is operated under the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Water Resources).
• Standard: To ensure a water supply of 55 liters per person per day.
• Community Participation: It emphasizes management by the local community through 'Paani Samitis' (Water Committees).
• First State: Goa became the country's first 'Har Ghar Jal' certified state.

Additional Information (Other Updates from Budget 2025-26):
Urban Jal Jeevan Mission: Alongside the rural mission, special focus is also being placed on water supply and sewage management for urban areas.
Atal Bhujal Yojana: This scheme is also being integrated with the mission to facilitate the improvement of groundwater levels.
Important Questions for Upcoming Examinations:
Question: In which year was the Jal Jeevan Mission launched?
Answer: 2019.
Question: What is the new target year (deadline) for the Jal Jeevan Mission?
Answer: 2028 (March).
Question: Which is the first Union Territory in India to be certified as 'Har Ghar Jal'? Answer: Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.