Question
What is the allocation for the Nirbhaya Fund in the
financial year 2024-25 as announced in the Union Budget?Solution
The allocation for the Nirbhaya Fund in the financial year 2024-25 is Rs 200 crore. • Increase in Allocation: The Nirbhaya Fund allocation has been doubled from Rs 100 crore in 2023-24 to Rs 200 crore in 2024-25, marking a 100% increase. • Overall Women Safety Schemes: Total allocations for women safety schemes under the Ministry of Home Affairs have increased to Rs 1,105 crore, up from Rs 321 crore in the previous year. • Purpose of the Fund: Established to finance projects and schemes that enhance safety and security for women across the country. • Historical Context: The Nirbhaya Fund was created in response to the 2012 Delhi gang-rape case, named after the victim, and initially launched under the UPA government.Â
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