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What is the primary objective of the MGNREGA scheme?

AProviding education to rural youth

BGuaranteeing 100 days of employment to urban workers

CGuaranteeing 100 days of employment to rural unskilled labor

DPromoting urban infrastructure development

Answer:

C. Guaranteeing 100 days of employment to rural unskilled labor

Read Explanation:

The primary objective of MGNREGA is to guarantee 100 days of wage employment to the rural population, particularly focusing on unskilled labor. This is aimed at improving their living conditions and providing them with financial stability.


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