With reference to the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme, consider the following statements:1.It aims to eliminate hazardous cleaning, stop deaths of sewer and septic tank workers and ensure their safety and dignity.2.The scheme has replaced the Self-Employment Scheme for the Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers (SRMS).3.It is a Central Sector Scheme.Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme, consider the following statements
:1.It aims to eliminate hazardous cleaning, stop deaths of sewer and septic tank workers and ensure their safety and dignity.
:2.The scheme has replaced the Self-Employment Scheme for the Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers (SRMS).
:3.It is a Central Sector Scheme.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
3.BCIs can empower individuals with paralysis or motor disabilities to regain communication and control over their environment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. NAMASTE scheme aims to eliminate hazardous cleaning, stop deaths of sewer and septic tank workers and ensure their safety and dignity. The scheme has replaced the Self-Employment Scheme for the Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers (SRMS). It is a Central Sector Scheme.

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