UPSC Prelims 2017
Social Issues & Schemes
Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)?
Explanation
The Central Government introduced the National Pension System (NPS) with effect from January 1, 2004 (except for armed forces). Subsequently, various State Governments adopted this architecture and implemented NPS with effect from different dates. Eligibility to join
- Any citizen of India, whether resident or non-resident, subject to the following conditions.
- Individuals who are aged between 18 60 years, including NRIs.
- After attaining 60 years of age, you will not be permitted to make further contributions to the NPS accounts
Linked concepts
Revision pages for syllabus ideas tested in this PYQ.
Student Suicides and Mental Health Crisis in India
Aging Population and Retirement Security in India
Food Security Schemes & Public Distribution System
Governance and Accountability in the Indian Education System
Evolution and Effectiveness of Population Policies in India
Education System Reforms and Challenges