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What is the primary objective of the 'PM-DevINE' (Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region) scheme?
A. To provide universal health insurance coverage to tea garden workers in Assam.
B. To fund infrastructure projects, social development initiatives, and livelihood activities across the North-Eastern states in a gap-filling manner.✓ Correct Answer
C. To promote organic farming and export-oriented horticulture exclusively in border districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
D. To establish digital banking units in every rural sub-district of the North-Eastern region.
💡 Solution & Explanation
The PM-DevINE scheme was introduced to fund critical infrastructure projects, address social development gaps, and support livelihood activities across North-Eastern states based on identified regional requirements. It functions as a central sector initiative to bridge developmental deficits. Government welfare and regional development schemes are staples in current affairs.
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