The correct answer is D. National Fodder Mission for Cattle.
The National Fodder Mission for Cattle (NFMC) is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Government of India in 2014. The objective of the scheme is to improve the availability of quality feed and fodder for cattle, which will help in increasing milk production and productivity. The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
The NFMC provides financial assistance to states and union territories for undertaking various activities under the scheme, such as:
- Development of fodder banks
- Establishment of fodder seed farms
- Promotion of fodder cultivation
- Distribution of fodder seeds and planting material
- Training of farmers on fodder cultivation and management
The NFMC has been successful in improving the availability of quality feed and fodder for cattle. As a result, milk production has increased in the country. The scheme has also helped in creating employment opportunities in the rural areas.
The other options are incorrect because they do not focus on improving the availability of quality feed and fodder.
A. Doodh Ganga Yojana is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 2014 to improve the quality and availability of milk in the country. The scheme provides financial assistance to states and union territories for undertaking various activities under the scheme, such as:
- Establishment of milk processing plants
- Promotion of dairy farming
- Distribution of dairy equipment and machinery
- Training of farmers on dairy farming and management
B. National Project on Bovine Breeding is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 1976 to improve the genetic quality of cattle in the country. The scheme provides financial assistance to states and union territories for undertaking various activities under the scheme, such as:
- Establishment of artificial insemination centers
- Promotion of crossbreeding of cattle
- Distribution of quality semen and breeding bulls
- Training of farmers on artificial insemination and cattle breeding
C. National Livestock Mission is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 2005 to improve the productivity of livestock in the country. The scheme provides financial assistance to states and union territories for undertaking various activities under the scheme, such as:
- Establishment of livestock development centers
- Promotion of livestock farming
- Distribution of livestock equipment and machinery
- Training of farmers on livestock farming and management