**Question:** Consider the following statements: (1) Himachal Pradesh Government approved an outlay of 1200 crore rupees for economic services during 2022-23. (2) Himachal Pradesh Government approved an outlay of 267 crore rupees for rural development during 2022-23. (3) Himachal Pradesh Government approved an outlay of 140 crore rupees for Mahatma Gandhi National Employment Guarantee Scheme during 2022-23. (4) Himachal Pradesh Government approved an outlay of 22 crore rupees for Forestry and Wildlife during 2022-23. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
**Options:**
(A) (1) and (3) only
(B) (2) and (3) only
(C) (1) and (2) only
(D) (3) and (4) only
**Correct Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Statements 2 and 3 are correct regarding HP Government’s budget allocation for 2022-23 – Rs 267 crore for rural development and Rs 140 crore for MGNREGA.
*Published: September 05, 2025 at 11:10 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2024, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*