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Current Events
Question No. 94Interactive Test Mode
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Q94. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (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 Rs. 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

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (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 Rs. 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

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Correct Answer: Option (B) — 2 and 3 only

Concept & Option Breakdown

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  • Statement 1 is incorrect: The eligible entry age for PM-SYM is 18 to 40 years (not 21 to 40 years).
  • Statement 2 is correct: Monthly contributions are age-specific, ranging from ₹55/month for an 18-year-old entrant to ₹200/month for a 40-year-old entrant, with an equal matching contribution from the Central Government.
  • Statement 3 is correct: Subscribers receive an assured monthly pension of ₹3,000 after attaining the age of 60 years.
  • Statement 4 is incorrect: Under PM-SYM, the family pension (50% of the pension) is applicable only to the spouse upon the subscriber's demise; unmarried daughters or other dependents are not eligible.
Elimination Heuristic & Exam Approach

Standard entry age for most central voluntary pension schemes (like APY, PM-SYM) is 18–40 years. Identifying statement 1 as incorrect eliminates options (a) and (d).

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2024 (Q94)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicInternational Relations and Current Affairs → Current Events
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — 2 and 3 only

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2024 Q94

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2024 GS Paper I Question 94 (International Relations and Current Affairs)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2024 International Relations and Current Affairs (Current Events) question is Option (B): "2 and 3 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2024 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "International Relations and Current Affairs" and micro-topic "Current Events". You can explore all repeated questions from Current Events in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

How can I solve this Current Events UPSC Prelims question using option elimination?

Standard entry age for most central voluntary pension schemes (like APY, PMSYM) is 18–40 years. Identifying statement 1 as incorrect eliminates options (a) and (d).

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