The PM-KISAN Scheme completed three years of successful implementation in February 2022. So as per the data, approximately how much amount has been released to the beneficiaries under the scheme to date?

• A. Rs 1.52 lakh crore
• B. Rs 1.72 lakh crore
• C. Rs 1.82 lakh crore
• D. Rs 1.32 lakh crore

Answer: (C)

The scheme has provided benefits to about 11.78 Crore farmers and funds amounting to Rs 1.82 lakh crore in various instalments have been released to the eligible beneficiaries.