A
A scheme funded entirely by the Central Government and implemented exclusively through central agencies
B
A scheme funded jointly by the Centre and States but implemented by State Governments
C
A scheme financed wholly through international financial institutions and managed by district collectors
D
A scheme where funds are allocated directly to private NGOs without state intervention
Correct answer: (b) A scheme funded jointly by the Centre and States but implemented by State Governments
Explanation
Option B is correct because a Centrally Sponsored Scheme is funded jointly by the Centre and States but implemented by State Governments. The other options describe entirely different funding and implementation structures.
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