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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which State set to get 24x7 power supply to boost agriculture sector?
A
Telangana
B
Chennai
C
Jaipur
D
Raipur
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -This joint initiative of Government of India and Government of Gujarat aims to enhance the satisfaction levels of the consumers and improve the quality of life of people through 24x7 power supply at affordable cost.

Detailed explanation-2: -Villages in just six states receive round-the-clock or 24-hour electricity supply, according to the data from the Power Ministry. Rural areas in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Telangana receive 24 hours of power supply.

Detailed explanation-3: -Free power to agriculture is vogue in states like Andhra Pradesh (AP), Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Punjab.

Detailed explanation-4: -Raja Sekhara Reddy. He is the only leader to provide free electricity to the agriculture sector. Green Andhra Pradesh is his vision.

Detailed explanation-5: -Punjab is the most fertile state on earth. It is best to produce wheat, sugarcane, rice, vegetables, and fruits in Punjab. Punjab’s other name is the Granary of India and India’s breadbasket. Around 93% of the total productive land used to produce food grain.

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