Which of the following is NOT a part of the National Social Assistance Programme?

Correct option is D

Ans. (d) AYUSH

Sol.AYUSH is not a part of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP). It refers to the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy, which promotes traditional Indian medicine systems. The NSAP, launched in 1995, is a welfare program aimed at providing financial support to the elderly, widows, and persons with disabilities living below the poverty line (BPL).

Information Booster:

• NSAP was introduced in 1995 under the Ministry of Rural Development.
• It provides direct financial assistance to vulnerable groups, especially in rural areas.
• It includes pension schemes and food security measures for the poor.
• The scheme helps in promoting social welfare and reducing poverty.
• Funds are shared between the Central and State Governments.
• The program aligns with Article 41 of the Indian Constitution, which directs the state to provide public assistance to the needy.
• It is implemented through State/UT governments in collaboration with local bodies.

Additional Information:

• (a) Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) – Provides financial assistance to disabled individuals (age 18-79) belonging to BPL families.
• (b) Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) – Offers pension to widows aged 40-79 from BPL households.
• (c) Annapurna Scheme – Provides free food grains (10 kg per month) to senior citizens who do not receive pension under NSAP.