What is the significance of the Unified Pension scheme option for government staff covered by NPS

- **Bringing parity:** The Unified Pension scheme option aims to provide parity between government employees covered by the National Pension System (NPS) and those covered by the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules. - **Financial security:** The notification of the Unified Pension scheme by the Centre is expected to enhance the financial security of government staff under NPS by ensuring regular pension benefits. - **Attraction for new recruits:** This move may make the Central government jobs more attractive for new recruits as it offers the benefit of a unified pension scheme similar to the one under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules. - **Employee welfare:** It reflects the government's commitment to enhancing employee welfare and addressing concerns related to pension benefits for those covered under NPS.