Q. Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY):
1.PMKSY is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).
2.The scheme primarily aims to create modern infrastructure for agro-processing clusters and establish robust supply chains linking farmers, processors, and markets.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1: PMKSY was approved in 2017 as a Central Sector Scheme.
  • Statement 2: The scheme focuses on creating infrastructure for food processing clusters and ensuring effective backward and forward linkages in the supply chain.

Source– PIB

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