Question : This scheme aims at adequate and timely support to the farmers for their short-term credit needs.
A: Kisan Credit Card Scheme
B: Employment scheme
Option 1: Only A
Option 2: Only B
Option 3: Both of the above
Option 4: None of the above
Correct Answer: Only A
Solution :
In order for farmers to easily buy agricultural inputs like seeds, fertilizer, pesticides, etc., and withdraw cash for their production needs, the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was introduced in 1998. It calls for the issuance of Kisan Credit Cards to farmers based on their holdings for uniform adoption by the banks.
Hence option a is the correct answer.