Principle: 'An irrigation subsidy should be granted only if the beneficiary farmer adopts water-conserving technologies and the farm does not exceed 5 hectares.' Which scenario conforms to this principle?
Options:
(A) Farmer A, owning 3 hectares, adopts drip irrigation and receives the subsidy.
(B) Farmer B, owning 8 hectares, adopts drip irrigation and receives the subsidy.
(C) Farmer C, owning 2 hectares, uses flood irrigation and receives the subsidy.
(D) Farmer D, owning 6 hectares, uses furrow irrigation and receives the subsidy.
Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
Farmer A satisfies both criteria: adopting water-conserving tech and landholding $\le 5$ ha.