Question : The "National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM)" aims to:
Option 1: Provide financial support for rural infrastructure development
Option 2: Create employment opportunities for urban youth
Option 3: Promote organic farming practices in rural areas
Option 4: Provide healthcare services in urban slums
Correct Answer: Create employment opportunities for urban youth
Solution : The correct answer is (b) Create employment opportunities for urban youth.
The National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) is a government scheme launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India. Its primary objective is to alleviate poverty and improve livelihood opportunities for the urban poor.
The NULM focuses on creating employment opportunities and enhancing skills for the urban poor, including unemployed youth. It aims to provide them with access to skill training, entrepreneurship development, and self-employment opportunities. The mission also emphasizes social mobilization, capacity building, and strengthening of urban poor institutions to empower them economically and socially.
The NULM aims to reduce poverty and vulnerability in urban areas by promoting sustainable livelihoods and ensuring inclusive growth for the urban poor population.