AMRUT - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about AMRUT scheme?

1. AMRUT and Smart Cities Mission missions are interlinked.
2. AMRUT will lay the foundation for smart cities to grow and develop


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
- AMRUT(Atal mission for rejunvention and urban transformation) scheme is to develop cities by providing better facilities and civic amenities.
- Under AMRUT, focus will be on providing basic infrastructure like providing tap water and sewer connections to every urban household, solid waste management, provision of roads and public transport.
Promotion of urban reforms to improve urban governance will also be supported.
- This Mission seeks to enable urban local bodies meet service level benchmarks in respect of various services.
- 500 cities with a population of above one lakh each would be included in AMRUT.


2)   What is the purpose of AMRUT?

a. Providing basic infrastructure
b. Provide affordable housing loans
c. Ensuring quality infrastructure
d. Ensuring clean and sustainable environment
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Providing basic infrastructure

Explanation:
- Under AMRUT, focus will be on providing basic infrastructure like providing tap water and sewer connections to every urban household, solid waste management, provision of roads and public transport.
- Promotion of urban reforms to improve urban governance will also be supported.
- This Mission seeks to enable urban local bodies meet service level benchmarks in respect of various services.
- 500 cities with a population of above one lakh each would be included in AMRUT.


3)   Which state has become the first state in the country to submit State Annual Action Plan under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)?

a. Himachal Pradesh
b. Punjab
c. Haryana
d. Rajasthan
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Rajasthan

Explanation:
Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), a mission aimed at transforming 500 cities and towns into efficient urban living spaces, with special focus on a healthy and green environment for children. The Cabinet approved Rs 50,000 crore for this mission which is to be spent over the next five years.