Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojna is a farmer welfare scheme launched by the Government of India. Under this scheme, small and marginal farmers will get direct income support of Rs. 6000 per year for their crop yields.
There can be various queries related to this scheme, and here are some of the most commonly asked questions along with their answers:
Q. Who is eligible for the PM-Kisan Yojna?
A. Small and marginal farmers holding cultivable land up to 2 hectares are eligible under this scheme. The scheme also covers all farmers’ families, including a disabled farmer.
Q. Can farmers who own land above 2 hectares avail the scheme benefits?
A. No, farmers who own land more than 2 hectares are not eligible for this scheme.
Q. How will the government disburse the money to the farmers?
A. The government will transfer the money directly into the bank account of the farmers in three equal installments of Rs. 2000 each.
Q. What documents are required to apply for PM-Kisan Yojna?
A. To apply for this scheme, the farmer needs to provide identification proof, land ownership documents, and bank account details.
Q. How can farmers apply for this scheme?
A. Farmers can apply for this scheme by visiting the official PM-Kisan Yojna website or by visiting the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or designated bank branch.
Q. When will eligible farmers start receiving the benefits of PM-Kisan Yojna?
A. The farmers who have already registered and whose documents have been verified will start receiving the benefits under the PM-Kisan Yojna soon after the verification process is completed.
In conclusion, the PM-Kisan Yojna is a significant step towards the welfare of small and marginal farmers in India, who are the backbone of the rural economy. It provides a modest amount of financial support and aims to help farmers overcome the burden of debt and agricultural distress to some extent. Farmers who are eligible should take full advantage of this scheme and register themselves at the earliest to receive the benefits.