Civics Polity ยท General Awareness

Indian Government Initiatives

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Indian government initiatives cover national schemes for healthcare, education, rural housing, and cultural conservation. Test takers must understand the objectives and target demographics of various central and state programs. This is a highly scoring area in the general awareness section of SSC, banking, and PSC exams.

National health missionsEducation and disability schemesRural housing initiativesRenewable energy projectsCultural heritage policiesWildlife conservation programsFinancial assistance schemes

Indian Government Initiatives Questions

Multiple choice

What is the primary objective of the 'Swachh Bharat Mission' launched by the Indian government?

  1. Cleanliness and Sanitation

  2. Renewable Energy Promotion

  3. Forest Conservation

  4. Biodiversity Protection
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Swachh Bharat Mission' aims to improve cleanliness and sanitation conditions in India, with a focus on eliminating open defecation and promoting hygienic practices.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national biodiversity strategy and action plan?

  1. National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)

  2. National Environmental Policy (NEP)

  3. National Forest Policy (NFP)

  4. National Water Policy (NWP)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's national biodiversity strategy and action plan is known as the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP).

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national policy on climate change?

  1. National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)

  2. National Environmental Policy (NEP)

  3. National Forest Policy (NFP)

  4. National Water Policy (NWP)
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Explanation

India's national policy on climate change is called the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national environmental policy?

  1. National Environmental Policy (NEP)

  2. National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)

  3. National Forest Policy (NFP)

  4. National Water Policy (NWP)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's national environmental policy is known as the National Environmental Policy (NEP).

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national water policy?

  1. National Water Policy (NWP)

  2. National Environmental Policy (NEP)

  3. National Forest Policy (NFP)

  4. National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)
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Explanation

India's national water policy is called the National Water Policy (NWP).

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's national policy on forest conservation?

  1. National Forest Policy (NFP)

  2. National Environmental Policy (NEP)

  3. National Water Policy (NWP)

  4. National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's national policy on forest conservation is known as the National Forest Policy (NFP).

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher education?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) is a government initiative that provides financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher secondary education. It aims to improve the quality of education and access to higher secondary schools in India.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative focuses on providing vocational education and training to students at the higher secondary level?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana

  2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. Operation Blackboard
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Explanation

Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is a government initiative that focuses on providing vocational education and training to students at the higher secondary level. It aims to equip students with skills and knowledge that are relevant to the job market and to enhance their employability.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides scholarships to meritorious students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher education?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. National Scholarship Scheme
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D Correct answer
Explanation

National Scholarship Scheme is a government scheme that provides scholarships to meritorious students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher education. It aims to promote access to higher education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and to encourage academic excellence.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to improve the infrastructure and facilities of higher secondary schools in rural areas?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Pradhan Mantri Gramin Sadak Yojana

  4. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) is a government initiative that aims to improve the infrastructure and facilities of higher secondary schools in rural areas. It provides funds for the construction of new schools, classrooms, libraries, laboratories, and other infrastructure, as well as for the provision of teaching aids and materials.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides free textbooks to students from economically weaker sections at the higher secondary level?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. National Book Trust

  4. National Council of Educational Research and Training
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C Correct answer
Explanation

National Book Trust (NBT) is a government scheme that provides free textbooks to students from economically weaker sections at the higher secondary level. It aims to promote access to quality education and to reduce the financial burden on students and their families.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative focuses on providing digital education and online learning resources to students at the higher secondary level?

  1. Digital India

  2. E-Pathshala

  3. SWAYAM

  4. National Digital Library of India
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C Correct answer
Explanation

SWAYAM is a government initiative that focuses on providing digital education and online learning resources to students at the higher secondary level. It offers a wide range of courses, including video lectures, interactive content, and assessment tools, that are accessible to students anytime and anywhere.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to students from minority communities for pursuing higher education?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. National Scholarship Scheme for Minorities
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

National Scholarship Scheme for Minorities is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to students from minority communities for pursuing higher education. It aims to promote access to higher education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and to encourage academic excellence.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to students from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes for pursuing higher education?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC/ST Students
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC/ST Students is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to students from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes for pursuing higher education. It aims to promote access to higher education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and to encourage academic excellence.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative focuses on providing vocational education and training to students at the higher secondary level in rural areas?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana

  2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. National Skill Development Corporation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is a government initiative that focuses on providing vocational education and training to students at the higher secondary level in rural areas. It aims to equip students with skills and knowledge that are relevant to the job market and to enhance their employability.