Question

As of August 2022, the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act of which year governs the financial security, welfare and protection of senior citizens?

• A. 2014
• B. 2005
• C. 2002
• D. 2007

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 2007

• As of August 2022, the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act of 2007 governs the financial security, welfare, and protection of senior citizens in India.

• This act provides mechanisms for senior citizens to seek maintenance from their children or other relatives, and it also addresses issues like healthcare and property rights.