Q. Consider the following statements about the Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention:
1.It is aimed at providing direct income support to farmers through minimum price guarantees.
2.It is being implemented under the NIRYAT DISHA sub-scheme of Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation: Both are incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect: It is aimed at strengthening international market access for Indian exporters, particularly MSMEs, first-time exporters and firms from priority sectors.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Market Access Support (MAS) Intervention is launched under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), a flagship initiative approved on 12 November 2025. It is being implemented under the NIRYAT DISHA sub-scheme of EPM.
Source: PIB
