Question

Which of the following organisation(s) has/have been chosen for the Skoll Award, 2012 for Social Entrepreneurship by the Skoll Foundation in Oxford, England?

• A. The National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI) and Nidan
• B. Sulabh International Social Service Organisation
• C. Sambhav and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
• D. Zed Tech Social Organisation

Hint:

Remember: Skoll Award recognizes grassroots entrepreneurship. 2012 → NASVI and Nidan.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: About award. The Skoll Award is an international recognition for innovative organizations solving social challenges.
Step 2: Indian winners. In 2012, the award was given to NASVI and Nidan for empowering street vendors and supporting their rights and livelihoods.
Step 3: Eliminate wrong options. - Sulabh International → famous for sanitation reforms, but not the 2012 Skoll Awardee.
- Sambhav, RSS, Zed Tech → not related.
Step 4: Conclude. Correct answer is NASVI and Nidan. \[ \boxed{\text{NASVI and Nidan}} \]