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What percentage of the total cost does the Kerala government subsidize for constructing a rain shelter?

A25%

B50%

C75%

D100%

Answer:

C. 75%

Read Explanation:

  • The government provides a subsidy up to 75% of the total construction cost to promote rain shelters for year-round vegetable cultivation.


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