Q. With reference to the NAMASTE Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.The NAMASTE scheme is a joint initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to eliminate manual scavenging and promote sanitation worker safety.
2.The scheme aims to provide safety training and equipment to sanitation workers but does not include health insurance or formal employment opportunities for them.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct as the NAMASTE scheme is indeed a joint initiative of MoSJE and MoHUA, aiming to eliminate manual scavenging and enhance safety.
- Statement 2 is incorrect as the scheme not only provides safety training and equipment but also offers health insurance under AB-PMJAY and encourages self-employment through “sanipreneurs.”
Source– Socialjustice.gov.in
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