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    Question

    Which group of workers is eligible for NAMASTE scheme,

    which is also a key aspect of the banking industry's financial inclusion initiatives?
    A Sanitation workers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Agricultural workers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Health workers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Construction workers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The NAMASTE Scheme, led by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, aims to eliminate manual engagement in hazardous sewer and septic tank cleaning. Implemented by NSKFDC for three years (FY 2023-24 to FY 2025-26) with a budget of 349.73 crores, the scheme provides entitlements for Sewer and Septic Tank Workers (SSWs), including digital profiling, PPE kits, safety training, health insurance, and opportunities for entrepreneurship in the sanitation sector. Over 4800 Urban Local Bodies will benefit, profiling over a lakh SSWs.

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