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Jal Jeevan Mission Extended to 2028; Restructured as JJM 2.0

The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) until December 2028 with a total outlay of ₹8.69 lakh crore.
The mission is being restructured as JJM 2.0, shifting its focus from basic infrastructure creation to sustainable service delivery and water governance.
The primary goal is to achieve 'Har Ghar Jal' by providing Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to 19.36 crore rural households.
Out of the total outlay, the Central Government's assistance accounts for ₹3.59 lakh crore.
Exam Perspective: The extension and shift to JJM 2.0 highlight the government's long-term commitment to ensuring safe and sustainable drinking water for the rural population.

Key Facts / Static GK

Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Jal Shakti
Launch Year: 2019
Target: Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to all rural households

Q Practice Quiz — 12 March 2026

1. Who announced the formation of the high-level expert group to design the technology roadmap for India's securities market ecosystem?

A Madhabi Puri Buch
B Tuhin Kanta Pandey
C Shaktikanta Das
D Ajay Tyagi
E Ashish Chauhan

Explanation: Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the Chairman of SEBI (as cited in the report), made the announcement during an event celebrating 30 years of the Nifty 50.

2. According to the updated RBI guidelines on Counterparty Credit Risk (CCR), what is the prescribed risk weight for trade exposures to Qualifying Central Counterparties (QCCPs)?

A 1%
B 2%
C 5%
D 10%
E 20%

Explanation: The RBI has mandated a risk weight of 2% for trade exposure to Qualifying Central Counterparties (QCCPs).

3. What is the specific cancer care coverage amount provided to account holders of the 'bob Women Sapphire' Savings Account?

A ₹2 lakh
B ₹5 lakh
C ₹10 lakh
D ₹15 lakh
E ₹20 lakh

Explanation: The 'bob Women Sapphire' account offers ₹10 lakh cancer care coverage for women aged between 18 and 60 years.

4. Which of the following statements is true regarding the restructuring of the Jal Jeevan Mission?

A It has been extended until 2030.
B The focus has shifted from service delivery to infrastructure creation.
C It is now known as JJM 2.0 with a focus on sustainable water governance.
D The total outlay for the mission is ₹3.59 lakh crore.
E The nodal ministry is the Ministry of Rural Development.

Explanation: The Jal Jeevan Mission has been restructured as JJM 2.0, moving the focus from infrastructure creation to sustainable service delivery and water governance.

5. Which airport in Tamil Nadu was recently designated as an 'International Airport' by the Union Cabinet?

A Coimbatore Airport
B Trichy Airport
C Madurai Airport
D Salem Airport
E Tuticorin Airport

Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the declaration of Madurai Airport as an International Airport to support tourism and regional connectivity.

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