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    In which year was the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Actpassed? 
    Question

    In which year was the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Actpassed? 

    A.

    2003

    B.

    2005

    C.

    2004

    D.

    2006

    Correct option is B

    The correct answer is: (b) 2005
    Explanation:
    The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) was passed in 2005. This act aims to provide 100 days of guaranteed wage employment to every rural household whose adult members are willing to do unskilled manual labor.
    The primary objective is to enhance livelihood security in rural areas by providing employment and ensuring the creation of durable assets.
    Information Booster:
    • The MGNREGA was introduced as a measure to reduce rural poverty and unemployment in India.

    • It ensures social security for the rural poor, especially during periods of agricultural slack.

    • The act mandates the guarantee of employment within 15 days of applying, and it focuses on inclusive development by targeting the poorest sections of society.

    • The MGNREGA is regarded as one of the largest social welfare programs in the world.

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