Social Security Schemes — MCQ Practice
Interactive MCQ Practice
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Which of the following statements about the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) is/are correct? 1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme. 2. It provides financial assistance to BPL families for old age, widowhood, and disability. 3. The Annapurna Scheme is a component of NSAP providing free food grains to indigent senior citizens. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
With reference to the Social Security Code, 2020, consider the following statements: 1. It consolidates nine central labour laws related to social security. 2. For the first time, it includes gig workers and platform workers within its ambit. 3. It mandates a universal social security fund for all workers, irrespective of their sector. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) directly mandates the State to make effective provision for securing public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness, and disablement?
Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PMSYM) Yojana: 1. It is a voluntary and contributory pension scheme for unorganised workers. 2. Beneficiaries must be aged between 18-40 years with a monthly income not exceeding ₹15,000. 3. The scheme provides a guaranteed minimum pension of ₹5,000 per month after attaining 60 years of age. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit provided under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) scheme?