What is the total DA and DR approved by the Central government for the employees and pensioners, with effect from January 2022?

• A. 34%
• B. 26%
• C. 31%
• D. 28%

Answer: (A)

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners by 3 percent to 34%, over the existing rate of 31% of the Basic Pay/Pension.