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The PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme is implemented by which Union Ministry?

1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
2. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
3. Ministry of Jal Shakti
4. Ministry of Power

Correct answer: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Solution

PM-KUSUM is a scheme for promoting solar energy use in agriculture, including solar pumps and decentralized solar power. It is implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).

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