Question:
What was the primary reason for restructuring the Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY) into Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)?
ATo reduce the number of houses built
BTo address gaps identified in IAY and achieve “Housing for All” by 2024
CTo increase urban housing construction
DTo convert the program into a loan scheme
Answer:
B. To address gaps identified in IAY and achieve “Housing for All” by 2024
Explanation:
The restructuring of IAY into PMAY-G was done to address gaps identified in IAY and to fulfill the Government’s commitment to providing "Housing for All" by 2024, ensuring better quality housing for rural households.