A
2 only
B
1 only
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
Both 1 and 2
Correct answer: (d) Both 1 and 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the UDAN scheme and its aerodrome development initiatives are administered by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Statement 2 is also correct as the Challenge Mode is a competitive framework where sub-national units compete for project funding and development based on merit criteria such as land readiness and local concessions.