NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Social Science History Chapter 2
Social Science Class 10 Economics
Sectors of the Indian Economy 2
Important NCERT Questions Based on new NCERT Books for Session 2022-2023
Questions No: 17
Explain the objective of implementing the NREGA 2005.
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The objective of implementing the NREGA 2005 are:
• Increase the income of people and generate employment for them.
• Promotion of tourism in every state or region additional employment opportunity.
• The central government implemented the law giving right to work in 200 districts.
• NREGA aims to provide minimum employment of 100 days and upon failure to do so, it will give unemployment allowances to the people.
NREGA, launched in 2005, guarantees 100 days of low-skilled manual work per year to rural households. This aims to:
1. Provide guaranteed employment: Combat rural poverty and unemployment by ensuring a minimum income and food security.
2. Create rural infrastructure: Build essential infrastructure like roads, canals, and wells, improving living conditions and generating jobs.
3. Empower women: Reserve at least one-third of jobs for women, increasing their participation in the workforce and financial independence.
4. Promote social inclusion: Ensure all rural households are eligible for work, regardless of background, breaking down social barriers.
5. Mitigate climate change: Focus on environmentally friendly works like afforestation and soil conservation.
6. Disaster relief: Provide employment and relief to people affected by natural disasters.
Despite its success, NREGA still faces challenges like corruption, bureaucracy, and inadequate funding.