Which of the following initiatives of the Government of India promises 100 days of guaranteed wage employment to all the rural households who volunteer to do unskilled manual work?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme.
The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) promises 100 days of guaranteed wage employment to rural households willing to do unskilled manual work. Launched in 2005, it aims to provide social security, reduce rural poverty, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities. Under this scheme, every eligible household receives a wage for work such as digging, water conservation, and land development. MGNREGS also promotes rural infrastructure, strengthens community assets, and empowers marginalized sections, ensuring income stability and social justice.