Correct Option (C)
Both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
The National Agriculture Market (eNAM) is designed as a pan-India electronic trading portal for agricultural commodities. This digital platform facilitates online trading, aiming to integrate existing Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) across the country. Its primary objective is to provide farmers with access to a nationwide market. By enabling farmers to trade their produce beyond their local markets, eNAM enhances competition among buyers. This increased competition, coupled with greater price transparency across different mandis, allows farmers to secure prices commensurate with the quality of their produce, potentially leading to better remuneration.
Incorrect Options:
Option A is incorrect because statement 2 is also a correct advantage of the eNAM scheme. The scheme's design specifically addresses market fragmentation and aims to improve price realization for farmers.
Option B is incorrect because statement 1 accurately describes a fundamental characteristic of the eNAM scheme as an electronic trading portal. The pan-India nature of the platform is central to its function.
Option D is incorrect because both statements correctly identify key advantages and features of the National Agriculture Market scheme.