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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 33

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 (Set 1) • General Awareness • Q33

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In which year was the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) passed?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 2005.

  • MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) is a social welfare scheme in India.
  • It was enacted in 2005 with the aim of enhancing the livelihood security of rural households by providing at least 100 days of guaranteed wage employment in a financial year.
  • The program primarily focuses on unskilled manual work.