Which flagship programme under the Ministry of Rural Development aims to organise the rural poor women into their own institutions like self-help groups and their federations, producers' collectives etc. and also ensure their financial inclusion and livelihood support?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).

Explanation:
The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), launched in 2011, aims to organize rural poor women into self-help groups (SHGs) and their federations, as well as producers' collectives. It focuses on financial inclusion, livelihood support, and empowerment for rural women. This program encourages the creation of institutions that enable these women to gain economic independence and enhance their livelihoods.

Information Booster

• Key Features:

  • Aimed at empowering rural poor women.
  • Focus on self-help groups, financial inclusion, and livelihood enhancement.
  • Encourages women to form their own collectives and federations.

Additional Knowledge:

• NSAP (National Social Assistance Programme): Launched in 1995, this program provides social security to vulnerable groups, including the elderly, disabled, and widows.
• Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY): Launched in 2007, aims to promote agriculture and farmers' welfare.
• MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act): Enacted in 2005, it provides employment to rural households by ensuring wage employment for unskilled labor.