Question 4863

Which state has approved Rs 100 crore under the Chief Minister's Social Security Scheme (CMSSS) in June 2024?

Answer

Arunachal Pradesh

Why?

Correct Answer: Arunachal Pradesh . In News Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu approved Rs 100 crore under the Chief Minister's Social Security Scheme (CMSSS). Key Points The CMSSS will benefit approximately 80,000 people across Arunachal Pradesh. The scheme provides pensions to elderly persons above 60 years, widows, and divyang jan (differently abled). The approval was the first official document signed by Chief Minister Pema Khandu after being sworn in. In the last financial year, Rs 90 crore was allocated under the scheme, benefiting 56,030 elderly persons, 8,782 widows, and 3,950 differently abled individuals. Additional Information Assam: Known for schemes like Assam Community Surveillance Programme, but not related to CMSSS. Meghalaya: Focuses on schemes like the Chief Minister's Social Assistance Programme for Infirm, Single Mothers, and Persons with Disabilities. Manipur: Implements the Chief Ministergi Shotharabasingi Tengbang (CMST) scheme, which is different from CMSSS. Antyodaya: A principle that guides the state government to dedicate efforts towards the most vulnerable and marginalized sections of society. DBT Route: Direct Benefit Transfer, where money is directly deposited into the beneficiary's account.