GS PrelimsGovernance and social sectorGovernance2009

In India, who is the Chairman of the National Water Resources Council?

Prime Minister

Minister of Water Resources

Minister of Environment and Forests

Minister of Science and Technology

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. The National Water Resources Council (NWRC) is the apex body in India responsible for laying down national water policies and overseeing water resource development. 2. The Chairman of the National Water Resources Council is the Prime Minister of India. 3. The Minister of Water Resources (now Minister of Jal Shakti) is the Vice-Chairman, and members include relevant Union Ministers, Chief Ministers of all States, and Administrators/Lt. Governors of Union Territories.

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