Additional Compassionate Pension for Pensioners Aged 80+

Current Context: On October 25, 2024, the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) announced that central government pensioners aged 80 and older will receive an additional compassionate allowance.

• Here's a breakdown of the key points:
• Eligibility: Central government pensioners who are 80 years of age or older are eligible for this additional compassionate pension.
• Amount: The additional pension is calculated as a percentage of the basic pension or compassionate allowance, depending on the age group:
• 80-85 years: 20%
• 85-90 years: 30%
• 90-95 years: 40%
• 95-100 years: 50%
• 100 years or more: 100%
• Effective Date: The additional pension will be applicable from the first day of the month in which the pensioner turns 80.

Question:

1 What percentage of additional pension is granted to central government pensioners aged between 90 and 95 years?

• A) 20%
• B) 30%
• C) 40%
• D) 50%

Answer: C) Pensioners between the ages of 90 and 95 are eligible for an additional 40% of their basic pension as per the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW)’s provisions.