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Under the MPSC/JC scheme, what is the maximum bank loan amount and the maximum subsidy provided?

ALoan up to Rs 5 lakh, 20% subsidy (max Rs 1 lakh)

BLoan up to Rs 10 lakh, 25% subsidy (max Rs 2 lakh)

CLoan up to Rs 7.5 lakh, 30% subsidy (max Rs 1.5 lakh)

DLoan up to Rs 10 lakh, 50% subsidy (max Rs 3 lakh)

Answer:

B. Loan up to Rs 10 lakh, 25% subsidy (max Rs 2 lakh)

Read Explanation:

  • It is a group-oriented self-employment scheme.

  • The scheme is designed to support the development of enterprises in the unorganised sector

  • Under this scheme, bank loans of up to 10 lakh with 25 per cent subsidy (subject to a maximum of Rs 2 lakh), are given to start self-employment group ventures

  • The scheme is open to groups consisting of 2 to 5 members.


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