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IJACAYstands forIntegrated Jawahar Awaas Construction and Amenities Yojana
Full Form of IJACAY
What is IJACAY?
The Integrated Jawahar Awaas Construction and Amenities Yojana (IJACAY) is a rural housing scheme implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. It aims to provide pucca houses with basic amenities such as sanitation, drinking water, and electricity to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households in rural areas. The scheme consolidates earlier housing missions and focuses on convergence with other rural development programs to ensure comprehensive habitat improvement. IJACAY is executed through state nodal agencies and panchayati raj institutions, with central and state funding sharing. It is frequently referenced in competitive exams like UPSC Civil Services and state PCS exams under the social welfare and rural development syllabus. The scheme emphasizes transparency through geo-tagging of houses and direct benefit transfers to beneficiaries' bank accounts, reducing leakages. IJACAY plays a pivotal role in achieving the national goal of 'Housing for All' by 2024 in rural India.
IJACAY का फुल फॉर्म
एकीकृत जवाहर आवास निर्माण एवं सुविधा योजना
Example
The state government has sanctioned 5,000 houses under IJACAY for landless labourers in drought-affected districts.
IJACAY — frequently asked questions
What is the full form of IJACAY?
The full form of IJACAY is Integrated Jawahar Awaas Construction and Amenities Yojana.
What are the eligibility criteria for IJACAY?
Households belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category with no pucca house are eligible. Preference is given to SC/ST, widows, and disabled persons.
How is IJACAY different from PMAY-Grameen?
IJACAY is an older integrated scheme that has been largely subsumed under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Grameen (PMAY-G) which now provides enhanced financial assistance and direct benefit transfer.