Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the empowerment of Covid affected children?
A. All children who have lost both parents or surviving parent or legal guardian or adoptive parents due to COVID-19 will be supported under PM-CARES for Children scheme.
B. The beneficiary will be given a monthly stipend for five years from 18 years of age till he completes 23 years.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently approved a slew of measures under the PM-CARES for Children scheme, in a major relief announcement extending much-needed support for the children who have lost their parents due to COVID-19. All children who have lost both parents or surviving parent or legal guardian or adoptive parents due to COVID-19 will be supported under PM-CARES for Children scheme. The beneficiary will be given a monthly stipend for five years from 18 years of age till he completes 23 years.