A
Ministry of Panchayati Raj
B
Ministry of Rural Development
C
Ministry of Labour and Employment
D
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Correct answer: (b) Ministry of Rural Development
Explanation
Option B is correct because the National Social Assistance Programme is administered by the Ministry of Rural Development for both rural and urban areas. Options A, B, and D misidentify the nodal administrative ministry.
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