Direction: In this question, there are two statements that can be combined into a single statement in a number of different ways without changing their meaning. Below them are given three probable starters (A), (B), and (C) of such a combined sentence. One, two, three or none of them may be correct. Decide upon which is/are correct, if any, and mark the option which denotes your answer. If none of the three starters is suitable mark none as your answer

The need for rural electrification was recognised in the 1950s. The first major initiative was the establishment of the Rural Electric Corporation in 1969. 

A. Although the need for....

B. While the need for...

C. Even though the need for...