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2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The West Bengal government announced ______ welfare initiatives for farmers.
A
5
B
4
C
3
D
2
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Krishak Bandhu Scheme is a flagship scheme of West Bengal Government. It was launched on 1st of January 2019 by Chief Minister of West Bengal. The main objective behind starting this scheme is to provide social security to farmers and and to provide income protection in case of untimely death of farmer.

Detailed explanation-2: -The 15 state schemes covered include Khadya Sathi, Banglar Awas Yojana, Nijo Griha Nijo Bhumi, Swasthya Sathi, Kanyashree, Sikshashree, Aikyashree, Student Credit Card, Lakshmir Bhandar, Krishak Bandhu, Samajik Suraksha Yojana, Manabik Pension, Jai Bangla Pension Scheme, Bidhaba Bhata and Yuvashree.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kanyashree, Rupashree, Yuvasree, Sikshashree, Lokprasar, Nijo Griha Nijo Bhumi, Swasthya Sathi, Gatidhara, Gitanjali, Khadya Sathi, Sabooj Sathi, Sabujshree, Sufal Bangla, Shishu Sathi, Sabala etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -UPSC Mains Q. Which state government has launched Krishak Bandhu scheme to address farmers distress? Notes: The West Bengal government has launched Krishak Bandhu scheme to provide financial assistance to farmers and landless labourers.

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