UP High Court RO / ARO 10 Dec 2021 Shift 1

Which state has recently launched a project to clean its 'Bindu Sagar Lake'?

Verified Answer
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Odisha
C. Karnataka
D. Telangana

Explanation:

The question asks about a specific lake cleaning project. This is a factual question concerning recent government initiatives. - **Option (A) Andhra Pradesh:** Andhra Pradesh has undertaken various lake conservation projects, but the Bindu Sagar Lake is not located within its geographical boundaries. Therefore, this option is factually incorrect. - **Option (B) Odisha:** This is the correct answer. The Bindu Sagar Lake is a sacred tank situated in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha. The state government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Indian Oil Corporation, launched a comprehensive project to clean and rejuvenate the Bindu Sagar Lake. This initiative forms a crucial part of the Ekamra Kshetra Amenities and Monumental Revival Action (EKAMRA) plan, aiming to restore the lake's ecological balance and enhance its spiritual significance. - **Option (C) Karnataka:** Karnataka is well-known for its numerous lakes, particularly around Bengaluru, and has implemented several lake rejuvenation projects (e.g., for Bellandur Lake and Varthur Lake). However, Bindu Sagar Lake is not located in Karnataka, rendering this option incorrect. - **Option (D) Telangana:** Telangana also has active lake conservation efforts, especially for prominent lakes in Hyderabad such as Hussain Sagar. Nevertheless, Bindu Sagar Lake is not associated with Telangana. Thus, this option is incorrect.\nTherefore, based on geographical and current affairs knowledge, Odisha is the correct state that launched the project to clean Bindu Sagar Lake.