With reference to Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India (FAME) Scheme, consider the following statements:1.It is a government incentive scheme that aims to promote the adoption of gasoline vehicles in India.2.The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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Q. With reference to Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India (FAME) Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It is a government incentive scheme that aims to promote the adoption of gasoline vehicles in India.
2.The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
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. FAME Scheme provides incentives to manufacturers and buyers of electric and hybrid vehicles and aims to increase demand for these vehicles by providing financial support.

Statement 2 is correct. The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.

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