56. Consider the following statements related to Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Program (AIBP),

i) AIBP aims to start many new minor irrigation projects.

ii) Irrigation is a state subject and irrigation projects are formulated, executed and funded by the State Governments themselves from their own resources.

Which of the above is/are correct?

a) i only

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b) ii only

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c) Both i and ii

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d) None

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Solution

The correct option is B
b) ii only

Ans 56 B

Explanation: Irrigation is a state subject and irrigation projects are formulated, executed and funded by the State Governments themselves from their own resources. Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP) provide Central Loan Assistance (CLA) to major/medium irrigation projects in the country, with the objective to accelerate the implementation of those projects which were beyond resource capability of the states or were in advanced stage of completion

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