A
Funded entirely by international multilateral banks and executed directly by Union ministries.
B
Funded jointly by the Centre and States, and implemented through State government machinery.
C
Funded exclusively through corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandates and managed by private trusts.
D
Funded solely by State revenues and supervised directly by the Supreme Court.
Correct answer: (b) Funded jointly by the Centre and States, and implemented through State government machinery.
Explanation
Option B is correct because Centrally Sponsored Schemes involve joint funding between the Centre and States, with implementation handled by the State government machinery.
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