Module: General Practice
Q37: With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-Rural) targets mentioned in the Budget 2026-27, consider the following statements:
The government has set a target to construct an additional 2 Crore houses over the next 5 years.
74% of the houses sanctioned under PMAY-G are owned solely or jointly by women.
The unit assistance for a house in plain areas is Rupees 2.50 Lakh.
74% of the houses sanctioned under PMAY-G are owned solely or jointly by women.
The unit assistance for a house in plain areas is Rupees 2.50 Lakh.
✅ Correct Answer: A
Statements 1 and 2 are CORRECT.
The Union Budget 2026-27 sets a target of 2 Crore new houses.
Statement 3 is Incorrect: The unit assistance in plain areas is Rupees 1.20 Lakh (plus MGNREGA wages), not 2.50 Lakh.
74% ownership by women is a key success metric.
The Union Budget 2026-27 sets a target of 2 Crore new houses.
Statement 3 is Incorrect: The unit assistance in plain areas is Rupees 1.20 Lakh (plus MGNREGA wages), not 2.50 Lakh.
74% ownership by women is a key success metric.