Disability Pensions — Prelims Strategy

Prelims Strategy

For Prelims preparation, focus on memorizing specific facts: IGNDPS pension amounts (₹500 for 18-79 years, ₹800 for 80+ years), eligibility criteria (40% disability, BPL status, age 18-59), constitutional articles (41, 46), and key provisions of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016.

Create comparative charts of different NSAP schemes highlighting unique features of each. Practice elimination techniques by understanding common traps: confusing disability percentage requirements (40% vs 50%), mixing up age criteria across different pension schemes, and incorrectly assuming uniform implementation across states.

Stay updated on recent developments like UDID integration and state-specific policy changes. Use mnemonics for remembering the 21 disability categories under the 2016 Act. Focus on factual recall rather than analytical understanding for MCQ preparation.