What was the objective of Command Area Development Programme?
(A) To ensure that land is given to the tillers
(B) To ensure better utilisation of irrigation potential
(C) To develop the areas under the command of Army
(D) Poverty alleviation in selected areas
Correct Answer : To ensure better utilisation of irrigation potential
Question Asked : SSC Combined Matric Level (Pre) Exam 2000
Explanation : The Command Area Development Programme was launched in the year 1974-75 under Centrally Sponsored Scheme, with the objective of fast utilization of created irrigation potential and optimum agriculture production from irrigable land. It aimed at : reclamation of water logged areas; construction of field irrigation channels; construction of field drains; all round development of areas pertaining to agriculture, etc.
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