Which of the following is TRUE regarding the funding pattern of the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) in Tamil Nadu?

hard Q9 of Q15

Current Affairs - Tamil Nadu Schemes & Governance

AIt is 100% funded by the Central Government as a Central Sector Scheme.

BIt is fully funded by the Tamil Nadu state government.

CIt involves cost-sharing between state and central governments.

DIt receives funding only from private sector partnerships.

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand PMEGP classification
The question tests knowledge of the funding structure of PMEGP.
Step 2: Apply factual clarification
PMEGP is a Central Sector Scheme fully funded by the Central Government. The subsidy component is provided 100% by the Centre through the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC).
Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options
It is not funded by the Tamil Nadu government alone, does not involve cost-sharing between state and central governments, and is not privately funded.
Final Answer:
It is 100% funded by the Central Government as a Central Sector Scheme. → Option A
Quick Check:
PMEGP = Central Sector Scheme, fully centrally funded ✅

Quick Trick: PMEGP is a Central Sector Scheme funded fully by the Centre.

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