In India, who is the Chairman of the National Water Resources Council?
- APrime MinisterCorrect
- BMinister of Water Resources
- CMinister of Environment and Forests
- DMinister of Science and Technology
Explanation
The National Water Resources Council was established by the Government of India in 1983 as the apex body to decide on policy matters regarding water resources. The Prime Minister of India serves as the Chairman of this council. The Union Minister of Water Resources serves as the Vice Chairman, while Chief Ministers of all states and Administrators of Union Territories are its members. The council is responsible for approving the National Water Policy and ensuring the sustainable development and management of water resources across the country.
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