The National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) was established in 2006 under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. Its headquarters are located in Delhi. The NRAA is responsible for promoting policies and programmes for sustainable development of rainfed areas in the country.
National Rainfed Area Authority is located at
Asked in Sr. Teacher Gr.II Comp. Exam 2016 2 2016 · Topic: Agriculture and Allied Sectors (Rural Development and Farmer Welfare Initiatives)
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