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In which of the following years PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) was formally launched?

In which of the following years PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) was formally launched? Correct Answer 2019

The correct answer is 2019.

  • PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) is a central sector scheme under the Government of India that provides income support to farmers and their families.
    • ​Under this scheme, the Center transfers Rs 6,000 per year, in three equal installments, directly to the bank accounts of all landholder farmers, irrespective of the size of their landholdings.
    • It was launched in February 2019.

Key Points

  • The main objectives of the PM-KISAN scheme are given below:
    • The objective of the scheme is to meet the financial nee ds of Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs) by ensuring proper crop health and proper yields and in procuring various inputs commensurate with the anticipated farm income at the end of each crop cycle.
    • It is a central sector scheme with 100% funding from the Government of India.
    • It is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Fa rmers Welfare.​

Related Questions

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