12. Consider the following statements :
    1. The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers.
    2. The Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • 1 only
  • 2 only
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2
  • Explanation:

    The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide financial assistance, to expedite completion of ongoing Major/Medium Irrigation (MMI) including Extension, Renovation and Modernization (ERM) of irrigation projects. It was not for providing loan assistance to poor farmers.

    The Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency and speedier utilization of irrigation potential.

12. Consider the following statements :1. The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched
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