In Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana, the cost of unit assistance is shared between Central and State Governments in the ratio ___________ for the North-Eastern and the Himalayan states.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 90 : 10.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana (PMGAY), the cost of unit assistance for the construction of houses is shared between the Central and State Governments in a specific ratio for different regions. For the North-Eastern and Himalayan states, the cost-sharing ratio is 90:10, where the Central Government contributes 90% of the cost, and the State Government bears 10%. This arrangement aims to provide affordable housing to the rural population in these states while reducing the financial burden on state governments.