Rajasthan CM introduces scheme -“Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana 2023”

Current Context: Rajasthan government has launched a new scheme called Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana 2023, which aims to provide free smartphones, internet connectivity and voice call services to women in the state.

• This is a commendable initiative to empower women and bridge the digital gap in the society, the scheme was inaugurated by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on August 10, 2023, and will distribute smartphones from August 10 to August 30, 2023.
• The priority will be given to vulnerable groups, such as widows and divorced women, who need more support and access to information.
• The scheme also has some eligibility criteria, such as residency in Rajasthan, belonging to Chiranjeevi families, annual family income below 2.5 lakhs, and absence of government employment among family members.

Question:

Q.1 What is the name of the scheme that provides free smartphones to women in Rajasthan?
a. Indira Gandhi Free Internet Yojana 2023
b. Indira Gandhi Free Laptop Yojana 2023
c. Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana 2023
d. Indira Gandhi Free Education Yojana 2023