In October 2020, which of the following Ministries launched the Ayushman Sahakar Scheme, to assist cooperatives in thecreation of healthcare infrastructure?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
· In October 2020, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, through the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), launched the Ayushman Sahakar Scheme to support cooperatives in establishing healthcare facilities and infrastructure.
· The scheme is aimed at strengthening cooperative societies' role in healthcare by providing loans for setting up hospitals, healthcare centres, and other medical facilities, especially in rural and underserved areas.
Additional Information:
· The Ayushman Sahakar Scheme aligns with the government's goal of improving healthcare access and aims to contribute to India’s healthcare infrastructure under the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative.
· The NCDC, a statutory body under the Ministry of Agriculture, provides funds to cooperatives to build and enhance healthcare services.