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Which of the following mechanisms of MGNREGA most directly reduces economic marginalisation of landless rural labourers?

hard MCQ 4 marks Class 8 · Social and Political Life · Understanding Marginalisation
  1. A) Provision of wage guarantees for 100 days
  2. B) Creation of rural employment banks
  3. C) Subsidised food distribution
  4. D) Public works projects that improve infrastructure
Answer
A) Provision of wage guarantees for 100 days

The correct answer is A) Provision of wage guarantees for 100 days — Conclusion: Mechanism (A) most directly reduces economic marginalisation.

Step-by-step solution

  1. List mechanisms: (A) wage guarantee, (B) employment banks, (C) subsidised food, (D) infrastructure projects.
  2. Assess impact: Wage guarantee directly gives income to labourers.
  3. Conclusion: Mechanism (A) most directly reduces economic marginalisation.
Common mistake: Thinking infrastructure projects give immediate income.

Concept tested: MGNREGA economic impact

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