With reference to Soil Health Cards (SHCs) scheme, consider the following statements:1.It offers farmers financial incentives based on the number of soil samples they collect and submit for testing, encouraging them to participate in the program.2.The Soil Health Card portal has been revamped and integrated with a Geographic Information System (GIS) system so that all the test results are captured and seen on a map. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Q. With reference to Soil Health Cards (SHCs) scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It offers farmers financial incentives based on the number of soil samples they collect and submit for testing, encouraging them to participate in the program.
2.The Soil Health Card portal has been revamped and integrated with a Geographic Information System (GIS) system so that all the test results are captured and seen on a map.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. SHC Scheme provides farmers with information about the health of their soil through soil testing, and it offers customized recommendations for nutrient management and soil improvement practices.

Statement 2 is correct. Recently, the Soil Health Card portal has been revamped and integrated with a Geographic Information System (GIS) system so that all the test results are captured and seen on a map.

Source: ForumIAS

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