- It was launched by Dr. V.K. Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog. The report covers 18 Aspirational Blocks across 11 States and 8 agro‑climatic zones.
- It introduces the Varuni web‑based platform for scientific, block‑level water security planning.
- The framework aims at sustainable and equitable water use, aligned with Viksit Bharat@2047.
- It emphasizes community participation, livelihood outcomes, and climate resilience in water management.
Question:
Q.1 The report Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks introduces which platform for scientific water security planning?a) JalDoot
b) Varuni
c) Bhujal Portal
d) Sujal Platform
Answer: b) The Varuni platform supports block-level water budgeting under the report Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks.
