The correct answer is (a) Agriculture Department.
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Government of India on 24 February 2019. The scheme aims to provide income support to all landholding farmers’ families across the country, irrespective of their landholding size, to help them meet their financial needs and improve their livelihood.
The nodal department for the operation of PM-KISAN in Uttarakhand is the Agriculture Department. The department is responsible for implementing the scheme, including disbursal of benefits to eligible farmers. The department has set up a dedicated helpline for farmers to register their grievances and get assistance in availing the benefits of the scheme.
The other options are incorrect. The Labour Department is responsible for implementing labour laws and ensuring the welfare of workers. The Planning Department is responsible for formulating and implementing the state’s development plans.