2023 · Q91
How many members are to be nominated by the Central Government to the Central Social Security Board as per the provisions of the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008?
Social Security in IndiaUnorganised sector schemes
- AEighteen
- BTwenty
- CTwenty-five
- DThirty-four
Explanation
Section 5(1) of the Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act, 2008 constitutes the National Social Security Board (referred to in the question as the Central Social Security Board) comprising 34 members nominated by the Central Government, drawn from ministries, workers, employers, civil society and Parliament. Hence (d) 'Thirty-four' is correct. The Board advises the Central Government on social security schemes for unorganised workers.