Which of the following funds was created by PM on 28th March 2020, with the primary objective of dealing with any kind of emergency or distress situation, like posed by the COVID-19 pandemic?

PM Health Fund
PM Pandemic Fund
PM Universal Fund
PM CARES Fund

The correct answer is D. PM CARES Fund.

The PM CARES Fund is a non-government fund set up by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, on 28 March 2020, with the primary objective of dealing with any kind of emergency or distress situation, like posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund is managed by a trust with the Prime Minister as the chairman and the Finance Minister as the vice-chairman. The fund has received donations from individuals, corporates, and other entities. The fund has been used to provide relief to people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including providing medical care, food, and other essential supplies.

The other options are incorrect.

A. PM Health Fund is a fund set up by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to provide financial assistance to people who are unable to afford medical treatment.

B. PM Pandemic Fund is a fund set up by the Ministry of Finance to provide financial assistance to states and union territories to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.

C. PM Universal Fund is a fund set up by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to provide financial assistance to people who are below the poverty line.

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