CDS · 2026 Science & Technology › Emerging TechWhich of the following statements about the 'SMART VILLAGE' project, launched by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is/are correct ? 1. This is a pilot project, which focuses on the integrated village development. 2. The distinctive aspect of this project is that CSIR is following the guiding principle of 'Land to Lab' in improving the condition of villages through indigenous technologies. Select the answer using the codes given below :
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