Q15. Consider the following Statements regarding Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT):
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
2. Assured tap water supply, sewerage connection, developing greenery and switching to public transport are focus areas.
Identify the correct statements:
(c) Both 1 and 2
The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) was launched in 2015. The objective of the Mission is to improve basic urban infrastructure in 500 cities/ towns which would be known as Mission cities/ towns. The Mission is being operated as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
The purpose of AMRUT is to (i) ensure that every household has access to a tap with assured supply of water and a sewerage connection; (ii) increase the amenity value of cities by developing greenery and well maintained open spaces (e.g. parks); and (iii) reduce pollution by switching to public transport