A
1 only
B
Both 1 and 2
C
2 only
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as KVIC is the single national nodal agency for implementing PMEGP. Statement 2 is incorrect because PMEGP provides margin money subsidy for non-farm micro-enterprises, not equity for large-scale heavy manufacturing industries.
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