Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

General Awareness

Question:

Which one among the following schemes was introduced by the Government of India with the objective of universal access to banking facilities, for all households across the country, through a bank branch, or a fixed point business correspondent within a reasonable distance?

Options:

Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Vyay Vandana Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

Correct Answer:

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

The scheme introduced by the Government of India with the objective of universal access to banking facilities for all households is: Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

Reason:

  • Launched in 2014
  • Aimed at ensuring financial inclusion
  • Provides access to bank accounts, savings, remittances, credit, insurance, and pension
  • Banking access through bank branches or Business Correspondents (BCs) within reasonable distance