Q. Which of the following is NOT correct about “City Compost Scheme”?

[A] It is a Central Sector Scheme.

[B] Under the scheme, a market development assistance of Rs. 2500 per tonne of city compost for scaling up production and consumption of the product is being provided.

[C] Promotion of city compost will be done by fertilizer companies and marketing entities.

[D] An appropriate BIS standard/ Eco-Mark will be developed to ensure better market acceptance.

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: To support Swachh Bharat Mission and provide City Compost at subsidized rates to farmers government has launched City Compost Scheme.

  • It is a Central Sector Scheme. Under the scheme, a market development assistance of Rs. 1500 per tonne of city compost for scaling up production and consumption of the product is being provided.
  • Promotion of city compost will be done by fertilizer companies and marketing entities. Companies will also adopt villages for promoting the use of compost.
  • An appropriate BIS standard/ Eco-Mark will be developed to ensure better market acceptance.

Source: FORUMIAS