Under the "National Mission for Clean Ganga", which river was newly added to the 'National Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Mission' in 2025 for ecological rejuvenation alongside the Ganga mainstream?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Yamuna River.
In 2025, the Yamuna River was formally integrated into the National Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Mission under the "Namami Gange" framework. While the Yamuna has long been a priority, this specific inclusion focuses on a holistic ecological rejuvenation beyond just sewage treatment. It targets "pollution hotspots" in urban stretches like Delhi and Agra through bioremediation and wetland restoration. This move aims to restore the river's ecological integrity and biodiversity, ensuring it complements the health of the main Ganga stream.