In August 2022, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the ________ scheme, to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to people engaged in begging in 75 municipalities.
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Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. SMILE-75.
In August 2022, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the SMILE-75 scheme to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to people engaged in begging in 75 municipalities. The SMILE (Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Empowerment) scheme aims to provide shelter, education, skill development, and financial support to individuals involved in begging. It seeks to reintegrate them into mainstream society, offering opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity. The initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts towards social inclusion.