Government Launches PM-Kisan 2.0 for Small-Scale Dairy Farmers
The Union Government has expanded the PM-Kisan scheme to include small-scale dairy farmers, providing an annual financial benefit of Rs 6,000.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- PM-Kisan 2.0 extends financial support to small-scale dairy farmers.
- Provides Rs 6,000 annually in three equal installments via DBT.
- Aims to support landless farmers involved in livestock rearing.
- Expected to benefit approximately 2 crore additional rural households.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Very High | 5–8 | Government schemes are one of the most tested topics in SSC CGL and CHSL GK sections. |
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | High | 4–6 | Financial inclusion schemes, Jan Dhan, PMSBY, and credit guarantee schemes are key banking exam topics. |
| State PCS / PSC | Very High | 6–10 | Both central and state schemes are tested extensively in state PCS papers. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Scheme: full name, ministry, launch date, objective
- Financial figures: allocation, beneficiaries reached so far
- Eligibility: who can benefit (age, income, gender, area)
- Implementing agency: central, state, or both
- Related amendments or extensions: any recent modifications to the scheme
Practice Questions
Q1. What is the annual financial benefit provided under PM-Kisan 2.0?
- Rs 4,000
- Rs 5,000
- Rs 6,000
- Rs 8,000
Explanation: Under PM-Kisan 2.0, eligible farmers receive Rs 6,000 per year in three installments.
Q2. Which sector is the primary focus of the PM-Kisan 2.0 expansion?
- Fisheries
- Dairy and Livestock
- Horticulture
- Poultry
Explanation: PM-Kisan 2.0 specifically expands coverage to small-scale dairy and livestock farmers.
How to Prepare Government Schemes for Government Exams
Create a scheme log: Name | Ministry | Target | Key Feature. Add every new scheme as it appears. Review this weekly.
Focus on 'Flagship' schemes: PM-KISAN, PMAY, Ayushman Bharat, PM SVANidhi. These generate the most questions.
For UPSC, understand the policy objective behind the scheme — income support, housing, health insurance. The 'why' matters more than the name.
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