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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Farmer Loan Waiver Scheme was announced in which state?
A
MP
B
UP
C
Maharashtra
D
Odisha
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Government of Maharashtra Vikas Agadi headed by Chief Minister Mr Uddhav Thackeray has announced a new scheme for the benefits of the farmers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Published: Thursday 15 September 2022 The input subsidy for rain-fed agriculture has been increased to Rs 13,600 per hectare from Rs 6,800 per hectare. The financial assistance for irrigated land has been raised to Rs 27,000 from Rs 13,500.

Detailed explanation-3: -Farm loan waivers are customised schemes announced by states to help the peasants. When there is a poor monsoon or natural calamity, farmers may be unable to repay loans. The rural distress in such situations often prompts States or the Centre to offer relief - reduction or complete waiver of loans.

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