Question

Which of the following is a key focus of the Hill Area Development Programme (HADP) in terms of agricultural production?

• A. Promotion of heavy industries
• B. Accelerating the production of food grains and horticulture crops
• C. Expanding urban housing projects
• D. Setting up IT infrastructure in rural areas

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Accelerating the production of food grains and horticulture crops

The grant-in-aid from the Centre under HADP was intended to accelerate the production of food grains, horticulture crops, dairy, and poultry products, along with creating production assets like irrigation and animal husbandry infrastructure.