Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)”:
1.It is a flagship scheme for focused and sustainable development of fisheries sector.
2.It has two components comprised Central Sector Scheme (CS) and Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
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: PMMSY – It is a flagship scheme for focused and sustainable development of fisheries sector.

  • Its aim is to double the income of fish farmers and fishers in the country and to bring about Blue Revolution.
  • The PMMSY is an umbrella scheme with 2 separate Components – Central Sector Scheme (CS) and Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).

Source: FORUMIAS

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