Which of the following schemes was launched for the welfare of the unorganised sector workers and labourers on 26August 2021?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer is (A) e-Shram Portal

The e-Shram Portal was launched on 26th August 2021 by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. This portal aims to create a national database of unorganised sector workers, including migrant workers, construction workers, and street vendors, to provide them with social security benefits and welfare schemes.

• e-Shram Portal provides workers with an identity card (e-Shram card) for access to welfare schemes.
• The database aims to ensure that workers in the unorganised sector receive benefits like health insurance, pensions, and skill development programs.
• Over 38 crore workers were targeted to be registered on the portal to empower them with social security.

• PM Mentoring Yuva Scheme – A scheme to provide mentoring to youth to help them become entrepreneurs and leaders.
•  PM Daksh Yojana – A scheme to provide skill development and employment opportunities to youth.
•  Gram Ujala Scheme – A scheme to provide affordable solar-powered LED bulbs to rural households, but not related to unorganised sector workers.