UPSC CSE 2024 · PYQ · Social Security Schemes / PM-SYM · hard
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 ?
A.1, 3 and 4
B.2 and 3 only✓ Correct
C.2 only
D.1, 2 and 4
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect: the entry age for PM-SYM is 18 to 40 years, not 21 to 40 years. Statement 2 is correct: age-specific contributions are made by the beneficiary (ranging from ₹55 to ₹200 per month based on entry age), with matching contribution by the Central Government. Statement 3 is correct: each subscriber receives a minimum assured pension of ₹3,000 per month after attaining 60 years. Statement 4 is incorrect: family pension under PM-SYM is applicable only to the spouse (entitled to 50% of the pension), not to unmarried daughters. Hence only statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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