With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme, consider the following statements: 1. It focuses on improving the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). 2. One of its aims is to improve urban infrastructure in tribal areas. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It focuses on improving the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
2.One of its aims is to improve urban infrastructure in tribal areas.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanations –

Statement 1 is correct. The PM-JANMAN scheme is specifically designed to uplift the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) by providing essential infrastructure, healthcare, education, and livelihood opportunities.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The scheme focuses on basic infrastructure development in remote and rural tribal areas, such as housing, drinking water, sanitation, road connectivity, and healthcare, rather than urban infrastructure.

Source: AIR

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