Economic Empowerment — Prelims Questions

Which of the following constitutional articles provides the basis for special provisions for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes?

Consider the following statements regarding the National Backward Classes Finance & Development Corporation (NBCFDC): 1. It provides financial assistance for self-employment ventures to OBCs. 2. It operates directly, without involving State Channelizing Agencies. 3. It offers education loans for higher studies to eligible OBC students. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the 'creamy layer' concept in OBC reservations, which of the following statements is correct?

Which of the following schemes is NOT primarily focused on providing direct financial assistance or skill development specifically for OBCs, but OBCs can still be beneficiaries?

Consider the following statements regarding the implementation of economic empowerment schemes for OBCs: 1. State Channelizing Agencies (SCAs) play a crucial role in the last-mile delivery of NBCFDC schemes. 2. The lack of granular data on OBC sub-groups is a significant challenge in effective targeting. 3. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) is widely used for all components of NBCFDC loan schemes to reduce leakages. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?