The Annapurna Scheme, providing 10 kgs of food grains per person per month free-of-cost, is meant for which one of the following categories of people?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Senior citizens of 65 years or above, who are not getting pension under the National Old Age Pension Scheme.
The Annapurna Scheme is aimed at providing food security to destitute elderly persons.
It provides 10 kg of food grains per month free of cost to:
- Senior citizens aged 65 years or above
- Who are not receiving pension under the National Old Age Pension Scheme (NOAPS)