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Consider the following statements about the SME Growth Fund: 1. The Union Cabinet approved a central commitment of Rs 10,000 crore to establish the fund. 2. The fund specifically targets early-stage Micro units rather than growth-stage Small and Medium Enterprises. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
Neither 1 nor 2
B
2 only
C
1 only
D
Both 1 and 2
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What is the primary objective of 'Risk Capital' investments in the context of growing enterprises?
A
Providing guaranteed fixed-income government bonds to risk-averse retail depositors.
B
Subsidized insurance covers for international shipping cargo.
C
Short-term micro-loans disbursed by cooperative banks for agricultural seed purchase.
D
Funds invested in high-growth enterprises carrying high exposure to capital loss in exchange for equity.
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