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    Question

    Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri

    Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY): 1. Government recently extended the PMGKAY scheme for another five years. 2. It was launched by the Indian government in April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 3. As per the scheme, the government offers 10 kg of free food grains each month. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 3 both Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The government recently extended the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) scheme for another five years. It was launched by the Indian government in April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is designed to provide financial assistance to economically weaker sections affected by the pandemic. As per the scheme, the government offers 5 kg of free food grains each month in addition to the subsidised ration given to families covered by the Public Distribution System under the National Food Security Act.

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