Consider the following statements in respect of the Universal Service Obligation (USO) under the National Telecom Policy:
1. USO is funded by a levy on the telecom service providers.
2. The fund is to be spent on meeting the communication needs of the remote and rural areas.
3. Families below poverty line will be given individual household phones free of cost under the scheme.
Which of the above statements are true?

1,2, and 3

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1 only

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1 and 3 only

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1 and 2 only

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The correct option is D 1 and 2 only
Option: (d)

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The correct option is D 1 and 2 only Option: (d)

The correct option is D 1 and 2 only
Option: (d)