Q. Consider the following statements about the “Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana” (MKSP): - It is being implemented as a sub-component of National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM).
- The scheme is jointly being implemented by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer:
1 Only
Notes: First statement is correct. Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana” (MKSP) is being implemented as a sub-component of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM).
Second statement is incorrect. Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) is providing funding support of up to 75% in plain areas and 90% for North East and hill states to the project under MKSP. Balance amount is to be contributed by the respective state governments or any other donor agencies, national and international. The MKSP will enhance the skill base of the women in Agriculture to enable them to pursue their livelihood on a sustainable basis. It involves capacity building and skill upgradation.