Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Launches Government’s Flagship Scheme Shakti

June 13, 2023
Current Context: SchemeShakti is a free travel scheme for women and transgenders in Karnataka, launched by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on June 11, 2023. 
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Launches Government’s Flagship Scheme Shakti
  • The scheme allows women and transgenders to travel for free in government buses within the state.
  • The scheme is expected to benefit more than 41.8 lakh women passengers every day and cost the state exchequer an estimated Rs 4,051.56 crore annually.
  • The scheme is one of the five guarantees promised by the Congress ahead of the assembly elections.

Question:

Q.1 What is the name of the free travel scheme for women and transgenders in Karnataka? 
a. Anna
b. Gruha
c. Shakti
d. Yuva

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