Correct option is D
The correct answer is (D) Rs. 3,000
- The Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana (PM-SYM) is a pension scheme designed to provide social security and financial protection to unorganized workers during their old age.
- This scheme was launched in 2019 by the Government of India.
Information booster:
- Monthly Pension: After reaching the age of 60, a subscriber is assured a minimum pension of ₹3,000 per month.
Eligibility:
- Workers between the ages of 18 and 40 can join.
- Monthly income should not exceed ₹15,000.
- Voluntary Contribution: The scheme is voluntary and contributory, meaning workers contribute a small monthly amount, and the government matches their contribution.
- Family Pension: If the subscriber passes away during retirement, their spouse is eligible to receive a family pension of 50% of the subscriber's pension.