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What is the primary objective of the 'PM-KISAN' scheme launched by the Government of India?
A. To provide direct income support of a specified amount to eligible farmer families across the country✓ Correct Answer
B. To offer fully subsidized commercial fertilizers and high-yielding seeds to marginal farmers
C. To waive all institutional agricultural loans outstanding for small and marginal landholders
D. To build cold-storage warehousing infrastructure in every rural district block
💡 Solution & Explanation
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central sector scheme that guarantees direct income support of six thousand rupees per year to eligible farmer families, disbursed in three equal installments. It does not involve total agricultural loan waivers or direct fertilizer subsidies through retail distributors.
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