The Government of Madhya Pradesh launched the Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana on 25 October, 2023 with the main objective of–

Correct option is B

Option (a): Incorrect
• Increasing efficiency of input use refers to better use of seeds, fertilizers, etc., which is not the primary goal of this scheme. The scheme focuses on direct financial support, not technical agricultural input efficiency improvements.
Option (b): Correct
• The Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana was launched to provide direct financial assistance to farmers.
• This financial support aims to help farmers meet expenses related to farming and household needs, thereby enhancing their annual income and economic welfare.
Option (c): Incorrect
• Improving soil fertility is a technical agronomy objective and is not the principal purpose of this financial support scheme.
Option (d): Incorrect
• Water quality improvement relates to irrigation and resource management, which is outside the core focus of this farmer welfare scheme.