UPPCS Mains 2024 GS-3 Q13: Assess the role of States and Central Government in developing irrigation infrastructure…
Assess the role of States and Central Government in developing irrigation infrastructure in India. How has Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (P.M.K.S.Y.) helped in improving irrigation access across the country ?
भारत में सिंचाई के बुनियादी ढाँचे के विकास में राज्यों और केन्द्र सरकार की भूमिका का आकलन करें । प्रधानमंत्री कृषि सिंचाई योजना (पी. एम. के. एस. वाई.) देश भर में सिंचाई की पहुँच को बेहतर बनाने में कैसे मदद की है ?
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