The correct answer is (a). Pregnant women.
Vande Mataram Yojana is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to pregnant women. The scheme was launched in 2011 and is aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. The scheme provides a one-time cash assistance of Rs. 1,400 to pregnant women who are registered with the Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY). The scheme also provides free medical care and nutritional supplements to pregnant women.
The other options are incorrect. Option (b) is incorrect because the scheme is not related to ex-army personnel. Option (c) is incorrect because the scheme is not related to state andolankaris. Option (d) is incorrect because the scheme is not related to handicapped persons.