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Focussed On Rural, Benefits Urban Too

Assured cash transfers to small and marginal farmers might become more inclusive, leading to a new form of universal basic income.

The government has finally decided to swim with the tide and accepted that the best way to help the agriculture sector is to reach farmers directly.

Ever since Telangana announced its Rythu Bandhu (RB) scheme, the debate has centred upon the most effective way to reach farmers. In fact, after the victory of Telangana Rashtriya Samithi (TRS) in assembly polls

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