Question

    Which of the following is not correct about Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN):

    A The PM-KISAN was launched on February 24 in 2019. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B All states are implementing the scheme, except West Bengal. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme with 100% funding from Union Govt. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D It is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Under the scheme, the Centre transfers an amount of Rs 6,000 per year, in 4 equal instalments. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The PM-KISAN was launched on February 24 in 2019. All states are implementing the scheme, except West Bengal. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme with 100% funding from the Government of India. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare. Under the scheme, the Centre transfers an amount of Rs 6,000 per year, in three equal instalments, directly into the bank accounts of the all landholding farmers irrespective of the size of their land holdings.

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