Q. ‘SPARSH’ is an initiative of which Union Ministry?
Answer:
Defence Ministry
Notes: System for Pension Administration (Raksha)- SPARSH is an initiative of the Defence Ministry. It aims for efficiency and transparency in pension administration.
Recently, Defence Ministry has signed an MoU to onboard pension services under SPARSH initiative across over four lakh Common Service Centres. The MoU will provide connectivity to pensioners, especially those who reside in remote areas of the country.