Which of the following statements about the National

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• The National Bamboo Mission is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at the holistic development of the bamboo sector. • Key Features of NBM: o Implemented in 24 States/UTs. o Supports bamboo cultivation, treatment, primary processing, value addition, marketing, and export promotion. o Provides financial assistance to farmers and MSMEs, promotes FPO formation, and focuses on skill development. o Encourages women’s empowerment through projects like the Gadchiroli Agarbatti Project in Maharashtra. o Integrates efforts across various ministries and departments for better inter-sectoral synergy. • The Mission also aims to revive the agarbatti sector, reduce import dependence, and enhance rural livelihoods through sustainable bamboo-based industries.