A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as State BOCW Boards are funded through a statutory welfare cess under the BOCW Welfare Cess Act. Statement 2 is incorrect because matters concerning construction workers and the BOCW Act are handled by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, not the Ministry of Culture.
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