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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.

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Indian Government Initiatives Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a successful data sharing partnership in Indian Geography?

  1. The collaboration between the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Ministry of Agriculture for crop monitoring

  2. The partnership between the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and the Ministry of Health for disease surveillance

  3. The cooperation between the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the Ministry of Mines for mineral exploration

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

There are several successful examples of data sharing partnerships in Indian Geography, including the collaboration between ISRO and the Ministry of Agriculture, the partnership between NIC and the Ministry of Health, and the cooperation between GSI and the Ministry of Mines.

Multiple choice

What are some of the ways in which the government can promote health and welfare in India?

  1. Investing in healthcare and education

  2. Creating a just and equitable society

  3. Protecting the environment

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The government can promote health and welfare in India by investing in healthcare and education, creating a just and equitable society, protecting the environment, and promoting sustainable development. These measures are essential for improving the lives of all Indians and for building a healthier and more prosperous future for the country.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote energy efficiency in India?

  1. Ujala Scheme

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

  3. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

  4. None of the Above
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Explanation

The National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency is a government initiative aimed at promoting energy efficiency in various sectors.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to women entrepreneurs?

  1. Mudra Yojana

  2. Stand-Up India Scheme

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  4. Atal Pension Yojana
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Explanation

The Stand-Up India Scheme was launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to women entrepreneurs and promote entrepreneurship among women in India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to street vendors?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
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Explanation

PM SVANidhi is a government-backed scheme launched in 2020 to provide financial assistance to street vendors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides working capital loans to street vendors to help them resume their businesses.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to senior citizens?

  1. Atal Pension Yojana (APY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
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Explanation

APY is a government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to senior citizens. It provides a guaranteed pension to individuals who contribute regularly to the scheme during their working life.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2015 to provide financial assistance to farmers for crop insurance?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
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Explanation

PMFBY is a government-backed scheme launched in 2015 to provide financial assistance to farmers for crop insurance. It provides insurance coverage to farmers against crop losses due to natural calamities, pests, and diseases.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
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Explanation

PMMVY is a government-backed scheme launched in 2014 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women. It provides a cash benefit to pregnant women for their nutritional needs and to compensate for the loss of wages during pregnancy.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government-backed scheme launched in 2016 to provide financial assistance to differently-abled persons?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)

  4. Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM)
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Explanation

DAY-NRLM is a government-backed scheme launched in 2016 to provide financial assistance to differently-abled persons. It provides skill training, employment opportunities, and microfinance assistance to differently-abled persons to help them become self-reliant.

Multiple choice

What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)?

  1. To provide housing to urban poor

  2. To provide housing to rural poor

  3. To provide housing to both urban and rural poor

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

The PMAY is a government scheme that aims to provide affordable housing to urban poor.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of the National Food Security Act (NFSA)?

  1. Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS)

  2. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)

  3. Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS)

  4. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
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Explanation

ICDS is not a component of the NFSA, although it is a government program that provides nutrition and healthcare services to children and pregnant women.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)?

  1. Job guarantee

  2. Minimum wage

  3. Unemployment allowance

  4. Skill development training
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Explanation

Unemployment allowance is not a component of MGNREGA, as the program provides employment rather than unemployment benefits.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the national geospatial data infrastructure of India?

  1. National Spatial Data Infrastructure

  2. Indian Geospatial Data Infrastructure

  3. National Geospatial Information System

  4. Indian Geospatial Information System
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Explanation

The National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) is the national geospatial data infrastructure of India.

Multiple choice

The 'Swachh Bharat Mission' launched by the Government of India aims to achieve what significant milestone in terms of sanitation and hygiene?

  1. Open Defecation Free India

  2. 100% Household Toilet Coverage

  3. Cleanest City in the World

  4. Zero Waste Generation
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Explanation

The 'Swachh Bharat Mission' (Clean India Mission) was launched in 2014 with the primary goal of achieving Open Defecation Free (ODF) status for India. It aimed to eliminate open defecation practices and provide access to safe and sustainable sanitation facilities for all.

Multiple choice

The 'Green Skill Development Program' in India aims to provide training and skill development in which sector?

  1. Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

  2. Sustainable Agriculture and Forestry

  3. Waste Management and Recycling

  4. All of the Above
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Explanation

The 'Green Skill Development Program' in India encompasses a wide range of sectors related to environmental protection and sustainability. It provides training and skill development in renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, forestry, waste management, and recycling, empowering individuals to contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.