SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 40

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 01 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q40

In which district of Maharashtra is Ralegan Siddhi, a small village that has become an example for watershed development, situated?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Ahmednagar.

Ralegan Siddhi is a small village located in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, and it has gained national and international recognition for its model watershed development and environmental conservation efforts.

Under the leadership of Anna Hazare, the village adopted techniques like rainwater harvesting, afforestation, and soil conservation, transforming a once drought-prone area into a self-sustained, green, and prosperous village.

It is often cited as an ideal example of rural development through community participation and sustainable resource management.