Economics: Poverty as a Challenge · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which scheme was launched in 2005 with the aim of providing 100 days of wage employment to every household in rural areas?
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Which scheme was launched in 2005 with the aim of providing 100 days of wage employment to every household in rural areas?
- A.Prime Minister Rozgar Yojna (PMRY)
- B.Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)Correct answer
- C.Rural Employment Generation Programme (REGP)
- D.Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana (PMGY)
Solution
MGNREGA 2005 aims to provide 100 days of wage employment to every household to ensure livelihood security in rural areas, with one-third of the jobs reserved for women.
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