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The National Board for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises meets once every ________ months in a year.

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2018 (Tier 2) Statistics Previous Year Paper (22-feb-2018)
The correct answer is

3

Understanding the National Board for MSME Meetings

The question asks about the frequency of meetings of the National Board for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

The National Board for MSME is an advisory body constituted by the Central Government under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006. Its primary role is to examine matters relating to the promotion and development of the MSME sector and provide recommendations to the government.

Meeting Frequency of the National Board for MSME

As per Section 3(4) of the MSMED Act, 2006: "The Board shall meet at least once in every three months in a year at such time and place and observe such rules of procedure in regard to the transaction of business at its meetings as may be prescribed."

Therefore, the National Board for MSME meets once every 3 months in a year. Hence, the correct answer is 3.

Revision Table: National Board for MSME

AspectDetails
Body NameNational Board for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)
Governing ActMSMED Act, 2006
Relevant ProvisionSection 3(4)
Meeting FrequencyAt least once every 3 months
PurposeAdvisory body to the Central Government on MSME development

Additional Information: MSME Sector

The MSME sector is a cornerstone of the Indian economy, contributing significantly to GDP, employment, manufacturing output, and exports, especially in rural and semi-urban areas.

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