How many workers have been selected for PM Shram Awards 2017?
Options
A. 50
B. 40
C. 30
D. 20
Correct Answer
40
Explanation
The Government of India has decided to confer the Prime Minister's Shram Awards for the year 2017 to be awarded to 40 workers. They are employed in the Departmental Undertakings & Public Sector Undertakings of the Central and State Governments and Private Sector Units. The awards are in recognition of their distinguished performances in the field of productivity.
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