Economics: Food Security in India · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which scheme was launched in December 2000 specifically targeted at the 'poorest of the poor' under the Public Distribution System?
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Which scheme was launched in December 2000 specifically targeted at the 'poorest of the poor' under the Public Distribution System?
- A.Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)Correct answer
- B.Mid-Day Meal Scheme
- C.Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
- D.Integrated Child Development Services
Solution
Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) was launched in December 2000, identifying 1 crore of the poorest among the Below Poverty Line families covered under the targeted public distribution system and providing them food grains at heavily subsidized rates.
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