Consider the following statements about the Rashtriya Gokul Mission:
I. It is important for the upliftment of rural poor as majority of low producing indigenous animals are with small and marginal farmers and landless labourers.
II. It was initiated to promote indigenous cattle and buffalo rearing and conservation in a scientific and holistic manner.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.I only
B.II only
C.Both I and II✓ Correct
D.Neither I nor II
Explanation
Rashtriya Gokul Mission was launched in December 2014 for development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds in a scientific and holistic manner. The mission targets rural poor since most indigenous cattle and buffalo are reared by small, marginal farmers and landless labourers, and improving their productivity directly enhances rural livelihoods. Both statements correctly describe the mission's objectives and rationale.
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