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Which one of the following agencies of the Indian Government implements the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme?


A) Department of Rural Development

B) Khadi and Village Industries Commission

C) Municipality Corporation

D) Panchayat

Correct Answer:
B) Khadi and Village Industries Commission


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