Question: How many workers were selected for the Prime Minister Shram Award for the year of 2017?
(a) 45
(b) 43
(c) 40
(d) 47
Answer: (c)
Related facts:
- A total of 40 workers are selected for the Prime Minister Shram Award for the year of 2017. The award is given under Ministry of Labour & Employment.
- This award is given to the workers employed in Departmental Undertakings & Public Sector Undertakings of the Central and State Governments and Private Sector Units employing 500 or more workers in recognition of their distinguished performances, innovative abilities, outstanding contribution in the field of productivity and exhibition of exceptional courage and presence of mind.
- Nobody was selected for the Shram Rata Award. Shram Bhushan awards were conferred to 3 nominations receiving a cash award of Rs. 1, 00,000 and a Sanad. Shram Veer/ Veerangana Award were given to 12 nominations who will receive a cash award of Rs. 60,000 and a Sanad. Shram Shree/ Devi Award were given to 16 nominations who will receive a cash award of Rs. 40,000 and a Sanad. The awardee includes 3 women in the list.
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