Answer-Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was launched on 1st July 2015. Which of the following...

PMKSY is implemented through an inter-ministerial framework AIBP and Har Khet Ko Pani HKKP are implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti the Watershed Development Component WDC is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development Department of Land Resources and Per Drop More Crop PDMC, now part of PM-RKVY, is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The overall programme is supervised by an Inter-Ministerial National Steering Committee chaired by the Prime Minister. Since its launch on July 1, 2015, PMKSY has benefited over 27 million farmers with central assistance exceeding Rs. 64,407 crore. For examination purposes, the Ministry of Jal Shakti is recognised as the primary nodal ministry for PMKSY, overseeing AIBP and HKKP the two largest components by investment and beneficiary coverage.

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKS

Y was launched on 1st July 2015. Which of the following correctly identifies the ministry responsible for its implementation and its primary objective?

A Ministry of Agriculture; to provide crop insurance to all farmers against weather-related losses

B Ministry of Jal Shakti; to expand assured irrigation coverage, improve on-farm water use efficiency, and promote sustainable watershed development

C Ministry of Rural Development; to provide direct income support of Rs. 6,000 per year to all farmers

D Ministry of Agriculture; to build large dams and hydroelectric projects across river systems

E Ministry of Jal Shakti; to provide free groundwater extraction rights to all farmers

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