Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the ICT Grand Challenge, for development of a ‘Smart water supply measurement and monitoring system’?

Answer & Explanation

Option: Both A & B

Explanation:

An ICT Grand Challenge for development of a ‘smart water supply measurement and monitoring system’ is underway. It was launched on the 15th of September, 2020 by National Jal Jeevan Mission in partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Jal Jeevan Mission would be the user agency of the Grand Challenge and C-DAC, Bangalore is the implementing agency, providing technical support for the challenge. Jal Jeevan Mission is a flagship programme of Union Government which aims to provide tap water connection to every rural household by 2024.