Who among the following contributed to the framing of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA)?

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Jean Drèze, a Belgian-born Indian development economist, played a significant role in framing the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA). Drèze, along with other activists, advocated for the right to work, which led to the formulation of NREGA, now known as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
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· MGNREGA was enacted in 2005 to provide 100 days of guaranteed wage employment in rural areas.
· The Act aims at enhancing livelihood security and promoting rural development.
· It focuses on sustainable development, especially for marginalized communities.
· It is considered one of the largest and most ambitious social security programs in the world.
· The scheme empowers rural households and aims at the eradication of poverty.
· Jean Drèze’s advocacy has been critical in shaping India's social security framework.
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· Aruna Roy: Social activist involved in the Right to Information Act (RTI).
· Medha Patkar: Known for her work with the Narmada Bachao Andolan.
· Baba Amte: Renowned for his work with leprosy patients and social