Garib Kalyan Rojgar Yojana was launched in 2020 by the Government of India to provide work for ___________ days.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 125.
The Garib Kalyan Rojgar Yojana (GKRY) was launched in June 2020 by the Government of India in response to the COVID-19 crisis. It aimed to provide immediate employment opportunities to migrant workers who had returned to their villages due to the nationwide lockdown. Under this scheme, the government assured 125 days of employment in rural areas. The programme was implemented in 116 districts across 6 states, focusing on building durable rural infrastructure. By linking employment with development activities, GKRY sought to reduce the economic distress of workers while boosting rural growth and livelihood security.