Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi(PM-KISAN) was launched in the year 2019 from ______ in Uttar Pradesh.

Correct option is D

Ans.(D) Varanasi

Explanation:
The correct answer is Varanasi. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 24, 2019, from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Under this scheme, income support of ₹6,000 annually is provided to small and marginal farmers in three equal installments. It aims to ensure financial stability for farmers and reduce their dependency on loans.

Information Booster:
● PM-KISAN covers farmers owning up to 2 hectares of land.
● The funds are transferred directly to farmers' bank accounts.
● Over 14 crore farmers benefit from this scheme.
● It aligns with the government’s vision to double farmers’ income by 2022.
● The scheme is centrally sponsored, with funds fully provided by the Government of India.
● PM-KISAN has been expanded to cover all farmers, irrespective of landholding.
● It reduces the impact of market volatility on small farmers.