Q22 · UPPSC current affairs · 10 October 2026 · PIB · Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan Accessible India Campaign DEPwD

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Which legislative statute operationalizes the rights of disabled persons in India and mandates accessibility standards across multiple sectors?

A National Food Security Act, 2013

B Environment Protection Act, 1986

C Biological Diversity Act, 2002

D Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016

Correct answer: (d) Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016

Explanation

The RPwD Act 2016 is the landmark statute operationalizing the rights of disabled persons and mandating accessibility standards, making C correct. Options A, B, and D deal with environmental and food security matters unrelated to disability rights.

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