The correct answer is (c). Hariyali is a programme of support for watershed management. It is a centrally sponsored scheme launched in 1980 with the objective of promoting soil and water conservation and afforestation in the country. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare through the State Governments.
(a) Protection of rural environment: This is not the correct answer because Hariyali is not a programme specifically aimed at protecting the rural environment. However, it does have some positive environmental impacts, such as reducing soil erosion and improving water quality.
(b) Provision of green fodder for animals: This is not the correct answer because Hariyali is not a programme specifically aimed at providing green fodder for animals. However, it does have some positive impacts on animal husbandry, such as increasing the availability of fodder and improving the quality of grazing land.
(d) A private initiation to create rural supply chain: This is not the correct answer because Hariyali is a government-sponsored scheme. It is not a private initiative.