Question

Which of the following statements is/are INCORRECT?
i. The 'SGSY' scheme was implemented in 2009.
ii. The primary objective of the 'SGSY' scheme was to promote and attain self-employment.
iii. The 'SGSY' scheme performed well in Andhra Pradesh.

• A. Only i
• B. Only ii and iii
• C. Only iii
• D. Only ii

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Only i

Swarna Jayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY)

Implementation Timeline

• The Swarna Jayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) was launched in 1999, not 2009. This is a crucial detail for competitive exams.

• SGSY was a successor to earlier poverty alleviation programs like IRDP, TRYSEM, DWCRA, etc.

Core Objectives

• The primary objective of the SGSY scheme was to promote self-employment among the rural poor.

• It aimed to achieve this by providing a combination of subsidy and credit to individuals and groups to start micro-enterprises.

• The scheme emphasized forming Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and strengthening them to become economically viable units.

• Key components included skill development, credit linkage, technology support, and marketing assistance.

Performance and Evolution

• The SGSY scheme was known to have performed reasonably well in certain states, including Andhra Pradesh, which was often cited for its effective implementation and strong SHG movement.

• However, the scheme faced criticisms regarding the extent of subsidies, the quality of training, and effective marketing linkages.

• In 2011, the SGSY was restructured and renamed as the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), also known as 'Aajeevika'.