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    In which year was the 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana' launched?
    Question

    In which year was the 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana' launched?

    A.

    2013

    B.

    2014

    C.

    2015

    D.

    2016

    Correct option is B

    The correct answer is (b) 2014
    Explanation:
    ● The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his first Independence Day speech on August 15, 2014.
    ● It was officially launched on August 28, 2014, with the goal of ensuring financial services reach the unbanked population.
    ● It is the world's largest financial inclusion initiative.
    Information Booster:
    ● The slogan of the scheme is "Mera Khata, Bhagya Vidhata".
    ● It provides benefits like a zero-balance savings account, a RuPay debit card, and accidental insurance cover.
    ● It falls under the Ministry of Finance.
    Additional Knowledge:
    ● 2015 – Launch of 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' and 'Digital India'.
    ● 2016 – Launch of 'Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana' (LPG connections).

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