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Bhu-Neer Portal

Bhu-Neer Portal

  • Recently the Union Minister of Jal Shakti launched the newly developed “Bhu-Neer” portal.
  • It is developed by Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) & National Informatics Centre (NIC).
    • This portal will serve as a one-stop platform for managing and regulating groundwater resources.
    • Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA):
      • It is a statutory body established in 1997 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986 that regulates and manages groundwater in India.
UPSC PYQ
Which one of the following has been constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986? (2020)

  1. Central Water Commission
  2. Central Ground Water Board
  3. Central Ground Water Authority
  4. National Water Development Agency

Answer: C

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