Q. Which state won the first prize in Third National Water Awards-2020 in the best state category?
Answer:
Uttar Pradesh
Notes: Uttar Pradesh has been awarded the first prize in Third National Water Awards-2020 in the best state category.
It is followed by Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu.
Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti gives 57 awards to States, Organizations, Individuals etc. in 11 different categories. It encourages stakeholders to adopt holistic approach in water management and motivate people to adopt best water usage practices.