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With reference to ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’, consider the following statements:

  1. 1.Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two percent for any crop they cultivate in any season of the year.
  2. 2.This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of cyclones and unseasonal rains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 2 only

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) was launched to provide insurance coverage to farmers against crop failure. While the scheme mandates a uniform premium rate for farmers, it varies based on the crop category (e.g., Kharif, Rabi, horticultural crops). Statement 1 is incorrect because the premium is not uniform across all crops and seasons, though it is heavily subsidized. Statement 2 is correct as the scheme explicitly covers post-harvest losses for specific perils like cyclones and unseasonal rains within 14 days of harvesting.

Source: UPSC gs1 2016

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