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Which of the following is the primary objective of the 'PM-KUSUM' scheme launched by the Government of India?
Promotion of solar energy in agriculture
Digital literacy for rural women
Housing for urban poor
Skill development for youth
Promotion of solar energy in agriculture
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme was launched by the Government of India to promote solar energy in the agriculture sector. It aims to provide financial and water security to farmers by harnessing solar energy for irrigation and reducing dependence on conventional grid power.
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme was launched by the Government of India to promote solar energy in the agriculture sector. It aims to provide financial and water security to farmers by harnessing solar energy for irrigation and reducing dependence on conventional grid power.
Launched in 2019 under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), contributing to India's international commitments under the Paris Agreement to increase non-fossil fuel power capacity.
Scheme launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in 2019.
Comprises three main components: installation of decentralized grid-connected solar power plants, installation of standalone solar agriculture pumps, and solarization of grid-connected agricultural pumps.
Aims to add a solar capacity of 30,800 MW by the targeted timelines.
The scheme helps farmers generate extra income by selling surplus solar power back to the grid.
Option B relates to digital literacy initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA).
Option C refers to urban housing initiatives such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY).
Option D is addressed through vocational programs like the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
A is correct тАФ The primary objective of the PM-KUSUM scheme is the promotion of solar energy in agriculture.
Government welfare and infrastructural schemes like PM-KUSUM, PM-KISAN, and PMFBY are frequently asked in RRB and SSC exams under Economy GK; focus on launch years, implementing ministries, and core objectives.
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