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What is Namami Gange Programme?
  • A program to promote the use of renewable energy sources in India
  • A social welfare scheme for women and children in India
  • A government initiative to clean and rejuvenate the Ganga river
  • None of the above
Answer- C
The Namami Gange Programme aimed to rejuvenate River Ganga and its tributaries with a budget of Rs. 20,000 crore from June 2014 until 31st March 2021.

The Government of India has now approved the Namami Gange Mission-II, with a budgetary outlay of Rs. 22,500 crore till 2026, including projects for existing liabilities (Rs.11,225 Cr) and new projects/interventions (Rs.11,275 crore).