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Consider the following statements regarding telecommunications infrastructure funds in India:1.The Digital Bharat Nidhi replaces the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF).2.The replacement of the fund was executed under the provisions of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 2 only

B Both 1 and 2

C 1 only

D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (c) 1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct because Digital Bharat Nidhi replaces the USOF. Statement 2 is incorrect because this change was established under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, not the colonial Indian Telegraph Act, 1885.

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