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What does the 'Aspirational Districts Programme', monitored by NITI Aayog, primarily aim to achieve?

A. Transforming districts that have witnessed the slow progress across key social sectors rapidly✓ Correct Answer
B. Converting selected rural districts into fully solar-powered smart cities
C. Promoting heavy manufacturing industries exclusively in border districts
D. Establishing central universities in every backward district of India

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Launched and monitored by NITI Aayog, the Aspirational Districts Programme focuses on rapidly and effectively transforming districts lagging behind in crucial developmental sectors like health, nutrition, education, and basic infrastructure. It relies on competitive federalism among districts to improve governance. Development schemes monitored by NITI Aayog are crucial for UPSC aspirants.

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