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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled the new scheme Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) on
A
13th January 2015
B
13th January 2013
C
13th January 2016
D
13th January 2017
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna was launched on 18th February 2016 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. 21 states implemented the scheme in Kharif 2016 whereas 23 states and 2 UTs have implemented the scheme in Rabi 2016-17.

Detailed explanation-2: -• PMFBY will provide a comprehensive insurance cover against failure of the. crop thus helping in stabilising the income of the farmers and encourage them for adoption of innovative practices. • The Scheme can cover all Food & Oilseeds crops and Annual.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) scheme was launched in India by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, New Delhi from Kharif 2016 season onwards.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Union Budget is likely to allocate around Rs 15, 500 crore for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for next financial year same as the budget estimate for 2022-23, despite a spike in expenses.

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