PM Kisan Yojana is a central government scheme launched in 2019 with the aim of providing financial assistance to small and marginal farmers across India. The main function of PM Kisan Yojana is to provide income support to eligible farmers by transferring Rs. 6000 annually directly into their bank accounts. Some of the key features of PM Kisan Yojana are: Eligibility: Small and marginal farmers who own less than 2 hectares of land are eligible for the scheme. The scheme also covers all farmer families irrespective of their socio-economic status. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): The financial assistance under the scheme is transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible farmers through the DBT mechanism. Installments: The financial assistance is provided in three equal installments of Rs. 2000 each, which are paid every four months. Online registration: Farmers can register for the scheme online through the official PM Kisan Yojana portal or by visiting the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC). Aadhaar verification: Aadhaar authentication is mandatory for availing the benefits of the scheme. The farmer's name, Aadhaar number, and bank account details are verified before the transfer of funds. Farmer-friendly: The scheme is designed to be farmer-friendly, with minimum paperwork and hassle-free registration and payment processes. Transparent: The scheme is implemented through a transparent mechanism, and the list of beneficiaries is available on the official PM Kisan Yojana portal. Overall, the PM Kisan Yojana aims to provide a safety net to small and marginal farmers by providing them with financial assistance to meet their agricultural and other household expenses.