UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2022

Consider the following statements: 1. The India Sanitation Coalition is a platform to promote sustainable sanitation and is funded by the Government of India and the World Health Organization. 2. The National Institute of Urban Affairs is an apex body of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in Government of India, and it provides innovative solutions to address the challenges of Urban India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Correct Answer

1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct — the India Sanitation Coalition promotes sustainable sanitation with support from stakeholders including government and international agencies. Statement 2 is incorrect per the official key — NIUA's characterisation as stated is treated as incorrect.

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