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

APradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY)

BIndira Awaas Yojana (IAY)

CGrameen Awaas Yojana

DBharat Nirman Housing Scheme

Answer:

B. Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY)

Read Explanation:

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.


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