Consider the following statements regarding the October 2024 increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) approved by the Union Cabinet:
- The additional DA and DR increase was effective from 1st July 2024, with an increment of 3% over the existing rate.
- This increase aligns with recommendations from the 6th Central Pay Commission.
- Approximately 49.18 lakh central government employees and 64.89 lakh pensioners will benefit from this decision.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
1
Only 1 and 2
2
Only 1 and 3
3
Only 2 and 3
4
Only 1
5
All of the above