Question 1

In which year was the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) passed?

Accepted Answer

2005. MGNREGA was passed by the Indian Parliament in 2005 and came into force on February 2, 2006. It guarantees 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to rural households. It is the world's largest public works programme.

Question 2

How many days of guaranteed wage employment does MGNREGA provide to rural households per financial year?

Accepted Answer

100 days. MGNREGA guarantees at least 100 days of wage employment per financial year to every rural household. Adult members who volunteer to do unskilled manual work are entitled to this employment. This right is legally enforceable under the Act.

Question 3

What is the document issued to households under MGNREGA that records their entitlement and work details?

Accepted Answer

Job Card. A Job Card is issued to every registered household under MGNREGA. It records the name of adult members, their photos, and details of work demanded and provided. It is a legal document that serves as proof of entitlement under the scheme.

Question 4

What is the payment rule under MGNREGA if employment is not provided within how many days of application?

Accepted Answer

15 days. Under MGNREGA, if employment is not provided within 15 days of application, the applicant is entitled to an unemployment allowance. This allowance is a minimum of one-fourth of the wage rate for the first 30 days and one-half thereafter. This ensures accountability in implementation.

Question 5

What is 'Social Audit' in the context of MGNREGA?

Accepted Answer

A community-based review of scheme implementation. Social Audit under MGNREGA is a process by which the community formally examines and verifies the implementation of the scheme. It involves public meetings where records are read out and irregularities are reported. It is a mandatory accountability mechanism under the Act.

Livelihood & Employment — Set 1