The concept of 'Universal Basic Income' proposes: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Universal Basic Income' proposes:
A. An unconditional cash transfer paid regularly to all individuals regardless of employment status or income
B. Only targeted transfers to the poor conditional on work
C. Only unemployment insurance for the temporarily jobless
D. Only in-kind transfers
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Universal basic income is a policy proposal under which every citizen receives a regular, unconditional sum of money from the government, irrespective of other income or employment status.

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Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option D


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