Question

Which of the following schemes specifically targets the economic empowerment of women in India?

• A. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
• B. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
• C. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)
• D. Stand-Up India Scheme

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Stand-Up India Scheme

The Stand-Up India Scheme is aimed at promoting entrepreneurship among women and scheduled castes/scheduled tribes by providing bank loans between ₹10 lakh and ₹1 crore for setting up greenfield enterprises