The MSME Ministry highlighted the National SC-ST Hub as a targeted initiative for empowering SC and ST entrepreneurs, with the Business Accelerator Programme linking capacity building to business growth.

Exam takeaways: The scheme addresses barriers related to market access, finance, technology, capacity and institutional networks. It supports participation in public tenders and long-term business visibility. Capacity building covers financial management, tender participation, pricing strategy and regulatory understanding. The Business Accelerator Programme provides structured mentoring and industry inputs.

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