SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 97

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q97

________ 2005 is referred to as the ‘Right to Work’ as it guaranteed 100 days of employment in a year by the Indian Government to people who are in need of and who are able to do work

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.

The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), enacted in 2005, is referred to as the 'Right to Work.' This legislation guarantees 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every rural household in India whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work. MGNREGA aims to enhance livelihood security in rural areas by providing a legal guarantee for employment, thereby reducing poverty and promoting social equity. It is a significant social welfare measure by the Indian government.