Question: During August 16-18, 2017, in which of the following States National Water Convention for Drought Free India was organized?
(a) Kerala
(b) Karnataka
(c) Rajasthan
(d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- (b)
Related facts:
- The National Water Convention for Drought Free India was organized in Vijayapura, Karnataka between August 16th – 18th, 2017.
- This three-day conference was organized by the Karnataka Government.
- The purpose of this conference is to create awareness on water literacy among the people.
- This convergence at Vijayapur highlights efforts of local communities and administration in mitigating drought and achieves self-sufficiency in water.
Reference:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1407093152740290/
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/national-water-convention-from-aug-16-in-vijayapura/article19460818.ece
http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/vijayapura-declaration-favours-dialogue-to-end-water-disputes/article19532673.ece
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/discussion-on-vijayapura-declaration-2017/article19521925.ece