UPSC 2008 › Indian Economy › Human Development, Poverty & Employment Schemes

As per India's National Population Policy, 2000,

by which one of the following years is it our long-term objective to achieve population stabilization?

Consider the following statements with reference to Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS):

1. All persons of 60 years or above belonging to the households below poverty line in rural areas are eligible.
2. The Central Assistance under this Scheme is at the rate of Rs 300 per month per beneficiary. Under the Scheme, States have been urged to give matching amounts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What is the name of the scheme which provides training and skills to women in traditional and non-traditional trades?