Jal Jeevan Mission Explained
The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide a functional household tap water connection to every rural household — the vision of 'Har Ghar Jal'.
The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide a functional household tap water connection to every rural household — the vision of 'Har Ghar Jal'.
Objective
The mission focuses on providing safe and adequate drinking water through individual tap connections to rural households, reducing the burden of fetching water, especially on women.
Approach
It emphasises community participation, source sustainability and local water management, and is implemented in partnership with states.
Why it matters for UPSC
The Jal Jeevan Mission's 'Har Ghar Jal' goal and rural focus are commonly tested scheme facts.
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What is the goal of the Jal Jeevan Mission?
To provide a functional household tap water connection to every rural home ('Har Ghar Jal').
Who implements the Jal Jeevan Mission?
It is implemented by states in partnership with the central government.