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When was the Jawahar Rozgar Yojna launched ?
A)
1981
B)
1985
C)
1989
D)
1991

Correct Answer : Option (C) - 1989



By merging the two erstwhile wage employment programme - National Rural Employment programme (NREP) and Rural Landless Employment Guarantee Programme (RLEGP) the Jawahar Rozgar Yojana (JRY) was started with effect from April, 1, 1989 on 80:20 cost sharing basis between the centre and the States. The main objective of the Yojana was additional gainful employment for the unemployed and under-employed persons in rural areas. The other objective was the creation of sustained employment by strengthening rural economic infrastructure and assets in favour of rural poor for their direct and continuing benefits.

Published On : June 26, 2021
Category : Indian Economy
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