With reference to the e-SHRAM Portal, consider the following statements: 1. It was launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment to create a national database of unorganised workers. 2. Individuals registered under EPFO or ESIC are eligible to register on the e-SHRAM Portal. 3. To register on the portal, the applicant must be between 16 and 59 years of age and working in the unorganised sector. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The e-SHRAM Portal was launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment to register unorganised workers across India.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Workers who are members of EPFO or ESIC are not eligible to register on the e-SHRAM Portal.
Statement 3 is correct: The portal is open to individuals aged 16–59 years working in the unorganised sector, including gig and self-employed workers.

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