The 'Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana' (PMKSY) focuses on: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana' (PMKSY) focuses on:
A. Promoting drip irrigation
B. Building dams
C. Providing free electricity for pumps
D. Increasing irrigation coverage and water use efficiency
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
PMKSY aims to expand irrigation coverage, improve water use efficiency, and promote 'per drop more crop' through micro-irrigation and water harvesting.

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