Question

Which rural housing program was introduced in 1996 as an independent scheme?

• A. Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY)
• B. Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY)
• C. Grameen Awaas Yojana
• D. Bharat Nirman Housing Scheme

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY)

Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY) was launched in January 1996 as an independent rural housing program. It aimed to address housing needs in rural areas but faced issues such as a lack of transparency and technical supervision.