What are the important norms adopted by the government for making available drinking water for humans and animals in the programme?
Ans: (a) 40 liters of safe drinking water per capita per day (lpcd) for humans (b) 30 lpcd additional water for cattle in the Desert Development Areas (b) One hand pump or stand post for every 250 persons (c) Water source within the habitation/within 1.6km distance in the plains and below 100m elevation in hilly areas.
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