According to the Madhya Pradesh Budget 2025–26, under the “Aahar Anudan Yojana” launched to free the Baiga, Bharia and Sahariya families belonging to the Special Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) from malnutrition, how much money per month is being given into the bank account of the female head of the family?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Rs. 1500

Explanation:
• Under the “Aahar Anudan Yojana”, launched to tackle malnutrition among the Baiga, Bharia, and Sahariya PVTGs in Madhya Pradesh, an amount of Rs. 1500 per month is given.
• This amount is transferred directly into the bank account of the female head of the family.
• The objective of the scheme is to ensure nutritional security for these vulnerable tribal families.
• This assistance helps them purchase necessary food items, such as pulses, oil, and vegetables, to improve their diet.
• The scheme is operational in districts with significant populations of these PVTGs (e.g., Mandla, Dindori, Shahdol for Baiga; Chhindwara for Bharia; Guna, Shivpuri for Sahariya).

Information Booster:
• The scheme is a significant initiative targeting the most vulnerable sections of society.
• The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) ensures efficient delivery of funds to the beneficiaries