What is the name of the scheme launched in 2022 for the welfare measures of the transgender community and for persons who are engaged in the act of begging? 

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  1. SMILE
  2. SHINE
  3. SHRI
  4. RISE

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Option 1 : SMILE
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The correct answer is SMILE

Key Points

  • SMILE - ''support for marginalized individuals for livelihood and enterprise'. 
  • About the scheme:
    • It is a central sector scheme for Beggars and Transgenders.
    • It provides for the use of existing shelter homes for rehabilitation of the persons engaged in begging.
    • The scheme is formulated by the Ministry of social justice and empowerment.
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