Topic: Poverty and Unemployment (13 Questions)

    With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements:

    • 1.The entry age group for enrolment in the scheme is 21 to 40 years.
    • 2.Age specific contribution shall be made by the beneficiary.
    • 3.Each subscriber under the scheme shall receive a minimum pension of ₹ 3,000 per month after attaining the age of 60 years.
    • 4.Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    2023

    Consider the following statements :
    1. The Self-Help Group (SHG) programme was originally initiated by the State Bank of India by providing microcredit to the financially deprived.
    2. In an SHG, all members of a group take responsibility for a loan that an individual member takes.
    3. The Regional Rural Banks and Scheduled Commercial Banks support SHGs.
    How many of the above statements are correct?

    2023

    Consider the following statements :
    * Statement-I : India's public sector health care system largely focuses on curative care with limited preventive, promotive and rehabilitative care.
    * Statement-II : Under India's decentralized approach to health care delivery, the States are primarily responsible for organizing health services.
    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

    2021

    With reference to casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements :
    1. All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund coverage.
    2. All casual workers are entitled for regular working hours and overtime payment.
    3. The government can by a notification specify that an establishment or industry shall pay wages only through its bank account.
    Which of the above statements are correct?

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