Question

    According to the Union Budget 2023-24, consider the following statements. 

    1. Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission will provide PVTG families and habitations with basic facilities such as safe housing, clean drinking water and sanitation, improved access to education etc. 

    2. An amount of 15,000 crore will be made available to implement the Mission

    3. It will be implemented in the next three years under the Development Action Plan for the Scheduled Tribes. 

    Which of the above statements is/are  correct? 

    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    To improve socio-economic conditions of the particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs), Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission will be launched. This will saturate PVTG families and habitations with basic facilities such as safe housing, clean drinking water and sanitation, improved access to education, health and nutrition, road and telecom connectivity, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. An amount  of 15,000 crore will be made available to implement the Mission in the next three years under the Development Action Plan for the Scheduled Tribes.  

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