Q144
Geography (incl. West Bengal)Minerals, Energy & Industry
Which scheme aims at promoting entrepreneurship among women and SC/ST communities?
- a.Startup India
- b.Standup India
- c.Skill India
- d.Make in India
Answer: (B) Standup India
Stand-Up India (2016) provides bank loans of ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore to at least one SC/ST and one woman entrepreneur per bank branch for a new enterprise. Startup India supports start-ups in general, Skill India training, and Make in India manufacturing.