Question

Which of the following statements correctly describe the objectives of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)?

1. To promote the exclusive use of traditional irrigation methods in rain-fed areas.
2. To ensure access to protective irrigation for all agricultural farms and expand cultivable areas under assured irrigation.
3. To integrate water resources, distribution, and efficient usage through technologies like “Per Drop More Crop”.
4. To introduce sustainable water conservation practices and improve on-farm water use efficiency.

पर्याय

• 1 and 3 only.

• 2, 3, and 4 only.

• 1, 2, and 4 only.

• 1, 2, 3 and 4.

Answer 1

2, 3, and 4 only.

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is wrong – PMKSY promotes efficient & modern irrigation (like drip/sprinkler), not exclusively traditional methods.
• Statement 2 is correct – expanding the area under assured/protective irrigation is a key goal.
• Statement 3 is correct – it aims to integrate water resources and promote “Per Drop More Crop”.
• Statement 4 is correct – it focuses on sustainable water conservation and improving on-farm water-use efficiency.