Q8 · UPSC current affairs · 2 September 2026 · News · Vikas Bharat GRAM G Act MGNREGA Framework

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In the context of statutory employment guarantee schemes like MGNREGA, what is meant by a 'Demand-Driven Guarantee'?

A Employment is provided only when private contractors demand labor for infrastructure projects.
B The government is legally obligated to provide employment whenever an eligible worker demands it.
C Job allocation is fixed annually based on the demand projections made by the Union Finance Ministry.
D Employment is restricted strictly to financial quarters where market labor demand drops below a fixed threshold.

Correct answer: (b) The government is legally obligated to provide employment whenever an eligible worker demands it.

Explanation

Option B is correct: A demand-driven guarantee means the government bears a legal obligation to provide employment whenever an applicant demands work. If employment is not granted within the stipulated timeframe, an unemployment allowance must be paid. Options A, C, and D are incorrect.

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