SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 43

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 09 Feb 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q43

Which of the following schemes has been implemented by the Indian Government through the Life Insurance Corporation of India to protect elderly persons aged 60 years and above against a future fall in their interest income?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana.

 

The scheme implemented by the Indian Government through the Life Insurance Corporation of India to protect elderly persons aged 60 and above against a future fall in their interest income is called the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY). 

PMVVY is a pension scheme designed specifically for senior citizens, offering a guaranteed pension payout for a fixed period (usually 10 years) with a assured rate of return, aiming to provide stability and income during their retirement.