Question

What happens if a person eligible for MGNREGA work does not receive employment within 15 days of applying?

• A. The person must wait for 30 more days
• B. The person is given a higher wage for late employment
• C. The person is given an 'unemployment allowance'
• D. The person has to apply again

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The person is given an 'unemployment allowance'

Under MGNREGA, if a person eligible for work applies for employment and does not receive it within 15 days, the applicant is entitled to receive an 'unemployment allowance' as compensation.