SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 42

SSC CGL - 17 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q42

In which year was the MPLADS scheme implemented?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1993.

The Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) was implemented in 1993. Specifically, it was introduced on December 23, 1993.

  • The scheme was designed to allow Members of Parliament (MPs) to recommend development works within their constituencies, emphasizing the creation of durable community assets based on locally felt needs.
  • It is a Central Sector Scheme, meaning it is fully funded by the Government of India.
  • Over the years the amount of funds allocated to each MP has changed.
  • The ministry of statistics and programme implementation is the ministry that oversees this program.