Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government’s objective of inclusive growth? 1. Promoting Self-Help Groups 2. Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises 3. Implementing the Right to Education Act Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
- A1 only
- B1 and 2 only
- C2 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3Correct
Explanation
Inclusive growth refers to economic growth that creates employment opportunities and helps in reducing poverty while ensuring that the benefits reach all sections of society.
The correct answer is D because all three measures directly contribute to this goal:
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Promoting Self-Help Groups empowers the marginalized and rural poor, particularly women, by providing them with access to credit and collective bargaining power, leading to financial inclusion.
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Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is vital because this sector is the second largest employer after agriculture. It encourages entrepreneurship in semi-urban and rural areas and ensures a more equitable distribution of national income.
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Implementing the Right to Education Act focuses on human capital development. By ensuring basic education for all children, the government creates a level playing field, allowing future generations from all backgrounds to participate in and benefit from economic growth.
Therefore, since all three initiatives promote social and economic inclusion, option D is the correct choice.

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