Question: Projects of how many dollars were announced for the purpose of advancing women’s economic empowerment in India, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently?
(a) 150 million USD
(b) 165 million USD
(c) 170 million USD
(d) 185 million USD
Answer: (c)
Related Facts:
- On March 5th, 2018, the Melinda Gates Foundation has announced projects of 170 million US dollars for the purpose of advancing women’s economic empowerment in India, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
- It will target four key priorities – advancing gender equality, spreading digital financial inclusion, increasing job opportunities, and supporting the agricultural sector and women’s support groups.
- Earlier, previous financial commitments was made in the year 2016 to advance progress on gender equality, including USD 80 million for gender data, advocacy and accountability.
- Out of this USD 20 million was dedicated to supporting women’s movements.
- The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation was founded in year 2000 and headquartered in Washington (US).
- It was founded by Microsoft founder Bill Gates and his wife Melinda Gates.
Reference:
https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/variety/bill-and-melinda-gates-foundation-invests-170-million-to-boost-gender-equality/article22936053.ece
https://www.cnbc.com/2018/03/05/melinda-gates-is-spending-170-million-to-promote-womens-equality.html
http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/bill-melinda-gates-foundation-announces-usd-170-mn-for-women-s-empowerment-118030700120_1.html