What is Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?
Historical Background
Key Points
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Provides a free LPG connection to eligible BPL households.
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Targets women from BPL families identified through the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011.
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Aims to distribute 8 crore LPG connections initially.
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Later expanded to include all poor families.
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Beneficiaries receive a subsidy for each LPG cylinder refill.
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Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY): Key Targets and Impact
Key statistics and targets of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, focusing on LPG connections and its socio-economic impact.
- Target Connections (Phase I)
- 5 Crore
- Revised Target Connections (Phase II)
- 8 Crore
- Enhanced Target Connections (Phase III)
- 10 Crore
- Launch Date
- May 1, 2016
Initial target for LPG connections to BPL households by March 31, 2019.
Revised target by March 31, 2020.
Further enhanced target by March 31, 2022.
Launched in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.
Recent Real-World Examples
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Source Topic
Nari Shakti Vandan Act: Understanding the Women's Reservation Bill
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Frequently Asked Questions
61. What is the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) and what are its main objectives?
The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is a government scheme that aims to provide LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. Its main objectives are to replace unhealthy cooking fuels like firewood with cleaner LPG, reduce indoor air pollution, and improve women's health.
Exam Tip
Remember the full form of PMUY and its focus on women from BPL families for Prelims.
2. What are the key provisions of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)?
The key provisions of PMUY include:
- •Providing a free LPG connection to eligible BPL households.
- •Targeting women from BPL families identified through the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011.
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