Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) scheme: 1. It is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. 2. The scheme brings together five earlier schemes, including Seekho aur Kamao, Nai Manzil, Nai Roshni, Hamari Dharohar, and USTTAD. 3. Only male candidates from minority communities are eligible for entrepreneurship and leadership training under PM VIKAS. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) scheme:
1.It is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs.
2.The scheme brings together five earlier schemes, including Seekho aur Kamao, Nai Manzil, Nai Roshni, Hamari Dharohar, and USTTAD.
3.Only male candidates from minority communities are eligible for entrepreneurship and leadership training under PM VIKAS.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct

Statement 1 is correct: PM VIKAS is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Minority Affairs focusing on skill development, entrepreneurship, and leadership among minorities and artisans.

Statement 2 is correct: The scheme integrates five previous schemes—Seekho aur Kamao, USTTAD, Hamari Dharohar, Nai Roshni, and Nai Manzil.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The scheme also prioritizes the leadership and entrepreneurship development of women from minority communities, not just males.

Source: PIB

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