Q. With reference to the Island Development Agency (IDA), which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.The Prime Minister of India chairs the meetings of the Island Development Agency (IDA).
2.It was established to focus on the holistic development of India’s islands.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Union Home Minister chairs the meetings of the Island Development Agency (IDA).
Statement 2 is correct. The IDA was set up in 2017 to promote the sustainable and holistic development of India’s islands, particularly focusing on the Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. Its objectives include infrastructure development, tourism promotion, renewable energy initiatives, and environmental protection.
Source: AIR
