What are the merits and demerits of NREGA?

Answer 1

The NREGA has the advantage of ensuring that a person will receive 100 days of work, and if something happens to that employment they will be eligible to receive government assistance. The disadvantage of this program is that it is costly to run due to high poverty rates.

Answer 2

The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) provides job opportunities for rural households, helping to alleviate poverty and improve livelihoods. It also strengthens rural infrastructure like roads and irrigation systems. However, challenges include leakages in the system leading to corruption, delays in wage payments, and concerns about the sustainability of the program in the long term.