How much Budget has been allocated for agriculture and rural development?
A. 2 lakh crore
B. 4 lakh crore
C. 2.83 lakh crore
D. 5 lakh crore
Answer:C
How much Budget has been allocated for agriculture and rural development?
A. 2 lakh crore B. 4 lakh crore C. 2.83 lakh crore D. 5 lakh crore
Explanation: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman presented the Budget 2020-21 on February 1, 2020. The Minister has allocated Rs 2.83 lakh crore rupees for the agriculture and rural development sector. The Government aims to liberalize farm markets, remove distortions in livestock and farm markets and increase agricultural investments. It also focuses to increase purchase of farm produce and related services. The Budget presents 16 action points in its budget to achieve the above aims in AGRICULTURE SECTOR.