Question: On February 14, 2022, Which State/Union Territory has launched “Kunsnyoms scheme” for differently-abled persons?
(a) Uttar Pradesh
(b) Ladakh
(c) Jammu Kashmir
(d) Odisha
Answer: (b)
Related Facts:
- Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh has launched Kunsnyoms scheme for differently-abled persons.
- Kunsnyoms, meant Equal for All, Fair for All and aims inclusive and accessible Ladakh.
- Under this, Leh Hill council is providing assistive devices, technologies to needy people at 90 percent subsidy.
- Under the scheme, 28 tri-scooters, battery-run wheelchair, walking aids and other aids required for special needs of the individuals has been distributed.
- After becoming Union Territory, financially empowered with sufficient allocations of budget, the Hill Councils in Ladakh are utilizing the funds for welfare schemes.
BY: AMIT GUPTA