Infrastructure, Urban Development & Environmental Management Flashcards
(22 cards)
Which two cities jointly secured the top rank in Swachh Survekshan Awards 2023?
Indore and Surat
Which city secured the third position in Swachh Survekshan 2023?
Navi Mumbai
Which city has retained the title of India’s cleanest city for seven consecutive years?
Indore
Which state topped the overall state rankings in Swachh Survekshan 2023?
Maharashtra
Which states secured the second and third positions in Swachh Survekshan 2023 state rankings?
Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
Which smaller cities were recognized among the best-performing in Swachh Survekshan 2023?
Sasvad and Lonavala (Maharashtra), Patan (Chhattisgarh)
Which cantonment board was awarded the cleanest in India?
Mhow Cantonment Board (Madhya Pradesh)
Which two Ganga towns were recognized as the cleanest?
Varanasi and Prayagraj
Which ministry conducts the Swachh Survekshan survey?
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
What new indicators were introduced in Swachh Survekshan 2023?
Plastic waste management, “Waste to Wonder” parks, zero-waste events, open urination (yellow spots), and open spitting (red spots)
What year was the Swachh Survekshan survey launched?
2016
What is the primary aim of Swachh Survekshan?
To promote urban sanitation, waste management, and citizen participation
What is Nazool land in India?
Government-owned land leased to individuals or entities for fixed terms (15–99 years), often reclaimed after lease expiry.
Who holds ownership of Nazool land?
The government retains ownership; leaseholders have usage rights only for the lease term.
What historical events led to the classification of Nazool land?
Land confiscated from kings or rulers during British rule was marked as Nazool land.
What are common uses of Nazool land in India?
Public infrastructure like schools, hospitals, Gram Panchayat buildings, and housing societies.
Under which legal rules is the leasing and transfer of Nazool land governed?
Nazool Lands (Transfer) Rules, 1956
What IPC section defines encroachment on land like Nazool land?
Section 441 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860
Which landmark Supreme Court case recognized the right to livelihood under Article 21?
Olga Tellis v. Bombay Municipal Corporation (1985)
Can Nazool land leaseholders apply for renewal after expiry?
Yes, they can request renewal from the Revenue Department, but approval is not guaranteed.
What happens if no response is received from encroachers on Nazool land after notice?
Demolition proceeds as per law, following due process.
What principle do courts emphasize in eviction cases related to Nazool land?
Due process and the right to livelihood under Article 21.
