Q. With reference to the Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFV) initiative, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to enhance climate resilience and economic sustainability of coastal fishing communities.
2.It has been launched under the National Aquaculture Mission.
3.National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) serves as the nodal agency for the CRCFV initiative.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFV) initiative, launched under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), focuses on improving the climate resilience and economic sustainability of 100 coastal fishing villages by developing infrastructure, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and addressing challenges posed by climate change. The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), under the Department of Fisheries, is designated as the nodal implementing agency for the CRCFV initiative
Statement 2 is incorrect. The CRCFV initiative has been launched under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
Source: DD News
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