“Sahkar Se Samriddhi” conference on the occasion of the 102nd ‘International Day of Corp.

Current Context: On the occasion of the 102nd International Day of Cooperatives, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah addressed the “Sahkar se Samriddhi” (Prosperity through Cooperation) program in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

• Here are the key highlights:
• Date: July 6, 2024
• Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
• Theme: “Cooperatives Build a Better Future for All”
• The 102nd International Cooperative Day celebrated the cooperative movement worldwide, emphasizing its role in creating a better future.
• Initiatives Launched:
• Nano-Fertilizer Assistance Scheme: Shri Amit Shah launched a scheme providing 50% assistance to farmers for purchasing nano-fertilizers under the AGR-2 Scheme for FY 2024-25.
• Payment for the same was initiated for three farmers during the event.
• Bharat Organic Atta: Shri Shah inaugurated the launch of “Bharat Organic Atta,” produced by the National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL).
• Rupay KCC Distribution: Zero-interest rate Rupay Kisan Credit Cards (KCC) were distributed to women cooperative members in Banaskantha district.

Question:

1 Which scheme launched by Shri Amit Shah provides 50% assistance to farmers for purchasing nano-fertilizers in FY 2024-25?

• A) AGR-2 Scheme
• B) Nano-Fertilizer Support Scheme
• C) Nano-Krishi Scheme
• D) Green Revolution Initiative

Answer: A) Shri Amit Shah launched a scheme providing 50% assistance to farmers for purchasing nano-fertilizers under the AGR-2 Scheme for FY 2024-25.