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
Under the Accelerated Rural Water Supply Programme, recommended per capita daily water supply is: 
Select and explain. 
A. 20 litres, B. 30 litres, C. 40 litres, D. 50 litres
C: 40 litres
Answer: C: 40 litres 
Explanation: Under the Accelerated Rural Water Supply Programme, recommended per capita daily water supply is 40 litres and a public stand post or hand pump for 250 persons. Ref: Health policies and programmes in India, D.K. Taneja 11th edition page: 396