Q18 · UPSC current affairs · 24 September 2026 · PIB · 9th India International Water Week and Sujalam Bharat DPI

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The 9th India International Water Week (IIWW), convened by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, primarily focused on which of the following areas?

A Welfare and institutional care for senior citizens and destitute elderly
B Climate-resilient water management and digital public infrastructure
C Chemical-free natural farming and integrated livestock systems
D Universal railway electrification and overhead equipment upgrades

Correct answer: (b) Climate-resilient water management and digital public infrastructure

Explanation

Option B is correct because the event focused on climate-resilient water management and digital public infrastructure. Options B, C, and D describe domains handled by railways, social justice, and agriculture ministries respectively.

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