Which one among the following statements about PDMC scheme (Per Drop More Crop) is not correct ?

Asked in UPSC Geoscientist 2024 · Topic: Agriculture and Allied Sectors (Agricultural Policies and Programs (MSP, Subsidies))

1. This scheme focuses on enhancing water use efficiency at farm level through micro-irrigation.
2. The cost borne in implementing this scheme is shared by the Central Government and the State Governments in the ratio of 50 : 50.
3. It is a Centrally sponsored scheme.
4. This scheme is implemented under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana.

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