Which of the following programmes of the Government of India aims to provide connectivity to unconnected habitations as part of a poverty reduction strategy?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana.
- The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is the Government of India's flagship programme aimed at providing connectivity to unconnected habitations in rural areas.
- Launched in 2000, this scheme targets the improvement of rural infrastructure, particularly roads, to ensure better access to education, healthcare, and markets.
- By connecting remote and isolated villages, PMGSY plays a crucial role in poverty reduction and rural development.
- It also aims to ensure that all-weather road connectivity is available to habitations with populations above 500 in the plains and above 250 in hilly areas.