With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements :
- 1.The entry age group for enrolment in the scheme is 21 to 40 years.
- 2.Age specific contribution shall be made by the beneficiary.
- 3.Each subscriber under the scheme shall receive a minimum pension of ₹ 3,000 per month after attaining the age of 60 years.
- 4.Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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Answer: B. Statement 1 is wrong: the entry age is 18 to 40 years. Statement 2 is correct: the worker pays an age-based monthly contribution, and the Central Government adds an equal amount. Statement 3 is correct: subscribers get a minimum assured pension of ₹3,000 per month after 60. Statement 4 is wrong: family pension of 50% goes only to the spouse. So 2 and 3 only.
Watch for: The entry age and family pension details are slightly changed; remember 18-40 and spouse only.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Wrong because the entry age starts at 18 and family pension is only for the spouse.
- C. Wrong because Statement 3 is also correct.
- D. Wrong because Statements 1 and 4 are false.
Source to check: Ministry of Labour and Employment, PM-SYM scheme page (maandhan.in); PM-SYM scheme guidelines (2019)
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