A
Both 1 and 2
B
2 only
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
1 only
Correct answer: (d) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as PMDDKY targets 100 aspirational agricultural districts chosen on productivity, cropping intensity, and credit flow parameters. Statement 2 is incorrect because the scheme focuses on targeted agricultural development and infrastructure rather than being administered by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
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