Union Cabinet Launches 'Mission for Cotton Productivity' with ₹5,659 Crore Outlay
The mission is built on the '5F' vision: Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign.
The project involves a total financial commitment of ₹5,659.22 crore, managed jointly by the Agriculture and Textile ministries.
Aspirant Note: This mission focuses on technological interventions to bridge the productivity gap in Indian cotton farming.
Key Facts / Static GK
Total Outlay: ₹5,659.22 crore
Participating Ministries: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Ministry of Textiles
Q Practice Quiz — 11 May 2026
1. Regarding the Jan Suraksha schemes, which of the following statements is/are correct as of May 2026?
Explanation: Statement B is correct as PMSBY has 58.09 crore enrolments. Statement A is incorrect (launched in 2015). Statement C is incorrect (APY entry age is 18-40). Statement D is incorrect (PMJJBY coverage is ₹2 lakh).
2. Where will the new GaN-based semiconductor fabrication facility by Crystal Matrix Ltd be located?
Explanation: Crystal Matrix Ltd will set up its GaN (Gallium Nitride) based semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, Gujarat.
3. What is the new Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane approved for the 2026-27 season?
Explanation: The CCEA has approved a new FRP of ₹365 per quintal for the 2026-27 season, up from ₹355.
4. Which of the following represents the '5F' vision under the newly launched Mission for Cotton Productivity?
Explanation: The 5F vision stands for Farm → Fibre → Factory → Fashion → Foreign.
5. What is the maximum credit guarantee percentage provided to MSMEs under the ECLGS 5.0 scheme?
Explanation: Under ECLGS 5.0, MSMEs are eligible for a 100% credit guarantee, while non-MSMEs and airlines receive a 90% guarantee.
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