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Which was the first nation-wide crop insurance scheme in India, introduced in 1985?

ANational Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS)

BPradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

CWeather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS)

DComprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme (CCIS)

Answer:

D. Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme (CCIS)

Read Explanation:

  • The Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme (CCIS), launched in 1985, was the first nationwide program.


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