A
2 only
B
Neither 1 nor 2
C
1 only
D
Both 1 and 2
Correct answer: (c) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as NLMC is a 100% government-owned SPV under the Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance. Statement 2 is incorrect because NLMC's mandate is to monetize surplus/non-core land and building assets of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), not acquire agricultural land for highways.
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