Question

    Which of the following statements are correct regarding “National social assistance programme” (NSAP)?

          I.        NSAP was launched on 15th August, 1995.

        II.        National Social Assistance Programme is a social security and welfare programme to provide support to aged persons, widows, disabled persons and bereaved families on death of primary bread winner, belonging to below poverty line households.

    A Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    NSAP was launched on 15th August, 1995. The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) represents a significant step towards the fulfillment of the Directive Principles in Article 41 and 42 of the Constitution recognizing the concurrent responsibility of the Central and the State Governments in the matter.

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