A
Both 1 and 2
B
Neither 1 nor 2
C
1 only
D
2 only
Correct answer: (d) 2 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because the SLBC is chaired by the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the designated Lead Bank of the respective State, not the Union Finance Minister. Statement 2 is correct as SLBCs/UTLBCs are mandated to report SC beneficiary data under central schemes.
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