What percentage of households were classified as the poorest of the poor, as per SECC-2011?

Correct option is A

Correct answer:A. 0.89%

Explanation:

• According to the Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011, approximately 0.89% of households were classified as the poorest of the poor.

• These households were automatically included in this category based on five deprivation parameters, including:

  • Households without shelter

  • Destitute living on alms

  • Manual scavengers

  • Primitive tribal groups

  • Legally released bonded laborers

• This classification aimed to identify and assist the most vulnerable populations in India.

• The SECC 2011 covered over 24.39 crore households across the country, providing a comprehensive dataset for targeted welfare schemes.

• The findings were released by the government in July 2015.

• For more detailed information, refer to the official SECC 2011 report:

Information Booster:

• The SECC 2011 data has been instrumental in identifying beneficiaries for various government schemes, including:

  • Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) for rural housing

  • National Food Security Act for food security

  • Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana for rural youth employment

• The classification of the "poorest of the poor" ensures that the most marginalized communities receive prioritized assistance.