With reference to SHE-LEAPS platform, consider the following statements: 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). 2. It is an initiative aimed at promoting women-led entrepreneurship through mentoring, capacity building, and improved access to markets and finance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to SHE-LEAPS platform, consider the following statements:
1.It is implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME).
2.It is an initiative aimed at promoting women-led entrepreneurship through mentoring, capacity building, and improved access to markets and finance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: 2 only

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Ministry of Rural Development is the nodal ministry of this platform.

Statement 2 is correct: SHE-LEAPS is a government initiative to foster women-led entrepreneurship by providing support through leadership development, mentorship, skill enhancement, networking, and improved access to finance and markets.

Source: PIB

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