Which state Chief Minister launched the 'Kaushalya Matritva Yojana' in 2022, which provides financial assistance of ₹5,000 to women giving birth to a second girl child for safe motherhood?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Chhattisgarh.
The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel, launched the 'Kaushalya Matritva Yojana' in 2022. This scheme offers financial assistance of ₹5,000 to women who give birth to a second girl child, aiming to promote safe motherhood. The initiative encourages better healthcare for mothers and children, ensuring a healthy pregnancy and delivery. It also aims to empower women by reducing the financial burden associated with childbirth and promoting the welfare of female children in the state.