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2 July 2026

Punjab Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna

This is a specific state-level welfare scheme aimed at women's empowerment, which serves as a relevant case study for questions regarding social welfare mechanisms and gender equity in India.

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Notes

  • Scheme Name: Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Punjab.
  • Objective: Women's empowerment, financial autonomy, and enhanced participation in decision-making.
  • Eligibility: Women aged 18+ years, registered voters in Punjab, possessing valid Aadhaar card (Punjab residency) and Voter ID.
  • Financial Assistance: ₹1,000 per month for general category women; ₹1,500 per month for Scheduled Caste (SC) women.
  • Implementation: Over 40 lakh women registered; benefits effective from July.
  • Rationale: Aims to improve household welfare and promote gender equity.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of direct benefit transfer schemes in promoting women's financial autonomy and gender equity in India. How do such state-led initiatives contribute to inclusive growth? 150 words
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  2. Evaluate the role of targeted social welfare schemes in addressing socio-economic disparities among women in India. Critically analyze the challenges in the implementation and long-term fiscal sustainability of such populist welfare measures. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following are the eligibility criteria for the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna in Punjab?