In which scheme, three states-Odisha, Sikkim and Mizoram have joined, to bring the total number of implementing states to 20?

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the purpose and scope of the One Nation-One Ration Card scheme.

Correct Answer: B) One Nation-One Ration Card.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Explanations:

Unified Database: A unified database is created to maintain the records of all ration card holders across the country. This database is linked to the Aadhaar card, which serves as a unique identifier for each beneficiary.

Inter-State Portability: The scheme ensures that ration cards are valid across state boundaries, allowing beneficiaries to access their entitlements from any FPS in the country.

Integration with Technology: The scheme leverages technology to streamline the distribution process, reduce leakages, and ensure that the correct beneficiaries receive their entitlements.

Option Analysis:

Option A: PM KISAN is a scheme that provides financial support to small and marginal farmers. It does not involve the portability of ration cards, and the question is about the One Nation-One Ration Card scheme, which is unrelated to PM KISAN.
Option B: The One Nation-One Ration Card scheme is correct. It aims to provide portability of ration cards across the country, and the states of Odisha, Sikkim, and Mizoram have joined, bringing the total number of implementing states to 20.
Option C: PM Fasal Bima Yojana is a crop insurance scheme and does not involve the portability of ration cards. The question is about the One Nation-One Ration Card scheme, which is unrelated to crop insurance.
Option D: PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana is a pension scheme for farmers and does not involve the portability of ration cards. The question is about the One Nation-One Ration Card scheme, which is unrelated to pension schemes.

Mnemonic: ONORC: One Nation-One Ration Card

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