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Uttar Pradesh Approves State Livestock Mission (SLM) with ₹40,000 Subsidy per Cow, Targets Organized Livestock Economy

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a dedicated State Livestock Mission (SLM) to organize the livestock economy, boost farmer incomes, and create rural employment. The mission focuses on improved breeds, digital management, and entrepreneurship, offering subsidies of ₹40,000 per advanced breed cow. It aims to connect small and marginal farmers with modern technology and global markets.

27 October 2026, Hindustan

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Q1
The State Livestock Mission (SLM) recently approved in Uttar Pradesh falls under the administrative purview of which state department?
Explanation: The news article mentions the announcement was made by the Livestock and Dairy Development Minister, Dharmpal Singh, indicating the mission is under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying of the Uttar Pradesh government.
Q2
Consider the following statements regarding the Uttar Pradesh State Livestock Mission (SLM):
1. 1.It is the first such mission approved by the state to organize the livestock economy.
2. 2.It provides a subsidy of ₹50,000 for the procurement of an advanced breed cow.
3. 3.The mission includes a sub-mission focused on digital innovation and traceability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the article states it is the first time the state has approved a State Livestock Mission. Statement 2 is incorrect; the subsidy is ₹40,000, not ₹50,000. Statement 3 is correct as one of the five sub-missions is 'Innovation and Digital Livestock'. Hence, option C is correct.
Q3
What is the amount of subsidy provided for two advanced breed cows under the newly approved Uttar Pradesh State Livestock Mission?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that there is a provision of a subsidy of ₹40,000 for one advanced breed cow and ₹80,000 for two cows. Therefore, the correct amount for two cows is ₹80,000.
Q4
What is the primary objective of the Uttar Pradesh State Livestock Mission (SLM) as per the news article?
Explanation: The article's core focus is on using the mission to organize the livestock economy as a powerful means to increase farmers' income and generate rural employment. The other options are either not mentioned or are extreme interpretations not stated in the article.

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