Q. Consider the following pairs:
Schemes——————-Objectives
1.NPS Vatsalya——————— National Pension Scheme for minors
2.Samarthya———— Providing immediate shelter and rehabilitation to women in difficult circumstances
3.Swadhar Greh————– Empowerment of women by providing public jobs
Which of the above pair(s) is/are correctly matched?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

  • The NPS Vatsalya scheme is a National Pension Scheme specifically designed for minors, allowing parents to contribute towards their children’s future retirement savings.
  • Samarthya is a sub-scheme of the Mission Shakti program, which is an initiative of the Ministry of Women and Child Development to empower women. The Samarthya sub-scheme includes the following components:Provides homes and institutional support for women facing destitution, including victims of trafficking and provides safe and secure places for working women in cities and areas with job potential.
  • The Swadhar Greh Scheme is a government initiative by the Ministry of Women and Child Development that provides institutional support to women in difficult circumstances. The scheme’s goal is to help women regain their dignity and lead their lives with support.Its primary focus is on immediate shelter and rehabilitation for women in difficult circumstances.

Source: The Hindu


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