In August 2020, Narendra Singh Tomar has launched the Integration of ICAR-IIHR Seed Portal with YONO Krishi Web Application of:

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (a) SBI
 Explanation:
· On 26 August 2020, Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar inaugurated the integration of the ICARIIHR Seed Portal with the YONO Krishi web application of the State Bank of India (SBI) at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.
Information Booster:
· YONO Krishi is a digital platform by SBI designed to serve farming needs—from sowing to harvesting—across 10 vernacular languages
· The integration connects ICAR-IIHR’s certified high-yield horticultural seed portal with SBI's platform, enabling access for the bank’s 2.7 crore registered farmer customers.
· This initiative supports the Digital India mission, aiming to enhance seed access, ensure quality inputs, bring transparency in agricultural processes, and double farmers’ income.
· The launch was attended by SBI Chairman Rajnish Kumar, further highlighting the partnership’s significance.
 Additional Information:
· HDFC, Axis, ICICI banks were not associated with this integration initiative—they are unrelated in this context.
· The collaboration reflects efforts to digitize agriculture-related services and widen farmers' access to research-backed horticultural seeds.