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Which statements are correct regarding the described agricultural extension scheme? [A] The scheme supplements public extension by providing services to farmers on payment or free basis, depending on the business model. [B] The scheme focuses exclusively on agricultural diploma holders. [C] One goal is to support agricultural development and create self-employment for agricultural graduates, diploma holders, and other eligible candidates. [D] The scheme provides employment only to intermediate-level students in agriculture.
- Only A
- Only B
- Only A and B
- Only A and C
Correct answer: Only A and C
Solution
The scheme described matches ACABC (Agri Clinics and Agri Business Centres) or similar extension scheme. Statement A ✓: supplements public extension, services on payment or free basis. Statement B ✗: 'exclusively' diploma holders is wrong — includes graduates and other eligible candidates. Statement C ✓: supports ag development + self-employment for graduates and diploma holders. Statement D ✗: 'only to intermediate-level students' is false. Only A and C are correct.
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