This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
Which of the following is first launched programme associated with rural drinking water supply? 
Select and explain. 
A. Accelerated Rural Water Supply programme, B. Rajiv Gandhi National Drinking Water mission, C. Swajaldhara, D. Technology Mission
A: Accelerated Rural Water Supply programme
Answer: A: Accelerated Rural Water Supply programme 
Explanation: Accelerated Rural Water Supply programme was launched in 1972-73. Rajiv Gandhi National Drinking water mission was staed in1991-92. It was later scaled up to Swajaldhara in 2002. Ref: Health policies and programmes in India, D.K. Taneja 11th edition page: 397