With reference to NAMO Drone Didi Scheme (Drone Shakti Scheme) consider the following statements: 1. The scheme aims to establish India as a global leader in drone technology. 2. The scheme is primarily focused on providing financial assistance to women entrepreneurs. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to NAMO Drone Didi Scheme (Drone Shakti Scheme) consider the following statements:
1.The scheme aims to establish India as a global leader in drone technology.
2.The scheme is primarily focused on providing financial assistance to women entrepreneurs.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. The scheme does not have the primary objective of establishing India as a global leader in drone technology. Its main aim is to empower women by providing them access to drone technology and training to improve their livelihoods through agriculture. The scheme does not provide direct financial assistance to women entrepreneurs. It focuses on providing access to drone technology and training to improve their agricultural practices and increase their income.

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