Consider the following statements regarding Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH): 1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented since 2014-15 for the holistic development of horticulture in India. 2. The funding pattern under MIDH provides for 60% Government of India share and 40% State share for general states, while for North Eastern and Himalayan states, the Centre’s share increases to 90%. 3. One of the key objectives of MIDH is to promote skill development and generate employment opportunities for rural youth in horticulture and post-harvest management, especially in the cold chain sector. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements regarding Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH):
1.It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented since 2014-15 for the holistic development of horticulture in India.
2.The funding pattern under MIDH provides for 60% Government of India share and 40% State share for general states, while for North Eastern and Himalayan states, the Centre’s share increases to 90%.
3.One of the key objectives of MIDH is to promote skill development and generate employment opportunities for rural youth in horticulture and post-harvest management, especially in the cold chain sector.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation: All are correct

Statement 1 is correct: MIDH is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme from 2014-15, covering a wide range of horticulture crops.

Statement 2 is correct: The funding pattern is 60:40 for general states and 90:10 for North Eastern and Himalayan states.

Statement 3 is correct: Promotion of skill development and job creation for rural youth, especially in post-harvest and cold chain management, is a key aim of the Mission.

Source: PIB

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