As of July 2022, PM-VIKAS is aligned to the 15^"th " Finance Commission cycle period up to and is a Central Sector (CS) scheme under the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) 2025-26.

• PM-VIKAS (Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan) is a Central Sector scheme aimed at the socio-economic and educational empowerment of minority communities.
• It is aligned with the 15th Finance Commission cycle period, which extends up to 2025-26.
• The scheme focuses on skill development, entrepreneurship, and heritage preservation for minority artisans and craftsmen.

Key Points:

• Implemented under the Ministry of Minority Affairs.
• Aims to integrate traditional artisans into the modern value chain.
• Provides skill training, credit, and market linkages.