Ministry of Textiles launched the “Paat-Mitro” application for jute farmers

Current Context: The Paat-Mitro application is a mobile app launched by the Ministry of Textiles of India on December 22, 2023.

• The app aims to provide a digital platform for jute farmers to access various government schemes, market information, weather updates, and other relevant services.
• The app also enables the farmers to register with the Jute Corporation of India (JCI) and sell their produce directly to the JCI at the minimum support price.
• The app was launched by the Union Minister of Textiles, Smriti Irani, in a virtual event attended by the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, and other dignitaries.
• The minister said that the app is a part of the government’s efforts to empower the jute farmers and make them self-reliant under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
• She also said that the app will help the farmers to increase their income and productivity, and reduce their dependence on middlemen.

Question:

Q.1 Who launched the Paat-Mitro application?
a. The Union Minister of Agriculture.
b. The Union Minister of Textiles.
c. The Chief Minister of West Bengal.
d. The Prime Minister of India.