Question

Which of the following is the main objective of the Prime Minister Rozgar Yojana (PMRY)?

• A. Creating self-employment opportunities for educated but unemployed youths in urban centres.
• B. Creating self-employment opportunities for educated but unemployed youths in rural areas and small towns.
• C. Providing a minimum 100 days of wage employment or paid employment to every household.
• D. Providing financial support to the new businesses in urban areas.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Creating self-employment opportunities for educated but unemployed youths in rural areas and small towns.

The Prime Minister Rozgar Yojana (PMRY) was launched in 1993. The main objective of this scheme is to create self-employment opportunities for educated but unemployed youths in rural areas and small towns. This scheme supports youths in setting up small businesses and industries.