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SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 29

SSC CHSL - 01 July 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q29

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When was the Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) launched by the Government of India?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1999.

  • The Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) was introduced by the Government of India in 1999.
  • This self-employment scheme aims to promote self-reliance among rural poor by providing them with skill development, training, and financial assistance to start their own micro-enterprises.
  • By focusing on group-based approaches, the program encourages the formation of self-help groups (SHGs) to facilitate access to credit and resources.
  • The SGSY aims to improve living standards in rural areas, empower marginalized communities, and contribute to sustainable rural development through entrepreneurship and skill enhancement.