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The 'PM-KUSUM' scheme, implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, is primarily aimed at achieving which of the following?
A. Providing financial assistance for the construction of rural pucca houses
B. Promoting solar energy infrastructure and providing energy security to farmers by setting up solar pumps and grid-connected plants✓ Correct Answer
C. Ensuring minimum wages for unorganised sector workers in urban areas
D. Facilitating digital literacy among rural school students
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan initiative assists farmers in establishing standalone solar pumps and grid-connected solar power plants to secure daytime irrigation and extra income. Other options incorrectly describe rural housing or urban labor welfare schemes. Promoting decentralized renewable energy remains a core pillar of India's international climate commitments.
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