Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is aimed at

Question

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is aimed at

1. A. Providing LED bulb to all BPL families
2. B. Providing LPG connections to all BPL households (Correct answer)
3. C. Providing electricity to all BPL households
4. D. Providing smokeless kerosene stoves to all households

Correct Answer

Option B — Providing LPG connections to all BPL households

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Providing LPG connections to all BPL households.

Key Points

• PM Ujjwala Yojana was launched in May 2016 to provide free LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.
• It aimed to replace traditional cooking fuels (firewood, dung cakes) with clean LPG, reducing indoor air pollution and improving the health and dignity of women.