Which one of the following agencies of the Indian Government implements the Swarnjayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana?
A
District Rural Development Agency
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B
Khadi and Village Corporation
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C
Municipal Corporation
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is A District Rural Development Agency The scheme was launched to provide self-employment to the poor people, especially the poorest of poor. It has been renamed as National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) to bring better focus in its implementation. It operates through self-help groups (SHGs) which are supported and trained by the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) and State governments. These agencies also provide financial aid to the SHGs.