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.
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Indian Government Initiatives Questions
How can farmers get more information about the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana?
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By visiting the website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
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By calling the toll-free number of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.
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By visiting their nearest bank or cooperative society.
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By contacting an insurance company.
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Farmers can get more information about the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana by visiting the website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, by calling the toll-free number of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, by visiting their nearest bank or cooperative society, or by contacting an insurance company.
What is the grievance redressal mechanism for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana?
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Farmers can file a complaint with the District Grievance Redressal Committee.
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Farmers can file a complaint with the State Grievance Redressal Committee.
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Farmers can file a complaint with the National Grievance Redressal Committee.
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All of the above.
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Farmers can file a complaint with the District Grievance Redressal Committee, the State Grievance Redressal Committee, or the National Grievance Redressal Committee.
What is the impact of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana on farmers?
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It has helped to reduce the financial burden on farmers.
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It has helped to increase agricultural production.
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It has helped to promote crop diversification.
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All of the above.
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The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has helped to reduce the financial burden on farmers, increase agricultural production, and promote crop diversification.
Which of the following is a power of the State Governments in India related to social welfare?
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Old Age Pensions
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Disability Pensions
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Widow Pensions
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All of the above
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Old Age Pensions, Disability Pensions, and Widow Pensions are all powers of the State Governments in India related to social welfare.
Which of the following is a power of the State Governments in India related to economic development?
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Industrial Development
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Agricultural Development
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Tourism Development
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All of the above
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Industrial Development, Agricultural Development, and Tourism Development are all powers of the State Governments in India related to economic development.
What is the name of the program launched by the Sports Authority of India to identify and train talented athletes from marginalized communities?
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Khelo India
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Sports for All
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Target Olympic Podium Scheme
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National Sports Talent Search Scheme
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The National Sports Talent Search Scheme is a program launched by the Sports Authority of India to identify and train talented athletes from marginalized communities, including Dalits and Adivasis.
What is the name of Fashion Network India's initiative to promote sustainable fashion practices in the Indian fashion industry?
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Sustainable Fashion India
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Fashion for Good India
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Green Fashion India
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Eco Fashion India
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Sustainable Fashion India is Fashion Network India's initiative to raise awareness about sustainable fashion practices and encourage their adoption in the Indian fashion industry.
What is the name of the flagship program of the Indian government that provides subsidized food grains to eligible households?
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Public Distribution System (PDS)
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National Food Security Act (NFSA)
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Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)
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Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)
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The Public Distribution System (PDS) is the largest food security program in India, providing subsidized food grains to eligible households through a network of fair price shops.
What is the eligibility criterion for obtaining a ration card under the PDS?
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Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
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Antyodaya families
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Families with disabled members
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All of the above
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All of the above categories are eligible for obtaining a ration card under the PDS: Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, Antyodaya families, and families with disabled members.
How are ration cards issued to eligible households?
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Through village panchayats
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Through municipal corporations
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Through fair price shops
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Through online application
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Ration cards are typically issued to eligible households through village panchayats or municipal corporations.
What are some of the initiatives being taken to improve data quality in India?
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The National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy
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The India Data Portal
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The Open Government Data Platform
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All of the above
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A number of initiatives are being taken to improve data quality in India. These include the National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy, the India Data Portal, and the Open Government Data Platform.
What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program for promoting educational innovation?
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Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
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Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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Atal Innovation Mission
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National Skill Development Mission
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The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is the Indian government's flagship program for promoting educational innovation. AIM was launched in 2015 with the aim of creating a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship in India. The program provides funding and support to schools, colleges, and universities to help them develop innovative teaching and learning methods, as well as to encourage students to pursue careers in innovation and entrepreneurship.
What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of 6 and 14?
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Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
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Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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Atal Innovation Mission
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National Skill Development Mission
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Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is the Indian government's program for providing free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of 6 and 14. SSA was launched in 2001 with the aim of achieving universal elementary education in India. The program provides funding for the construction of new schools, the recruitment and training of teachers, and the provision of free textbooks and uniforms to students.
What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing vocational training to youth?
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Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
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Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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Atal Innovation Mission
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National Skill Development Mission
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The National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) is the Indian government's program for providing vocational training to youth. NSDM was launched in 2015 with the aim of skilling 500 million people by 2022. The program provides funding for the establishment of skill development centers, the training of trainers, and the provision of job placement assistance to trainees.
What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing scholarships to students from marginalized communities?
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Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
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Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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Atal Innovation Mission
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National Scholarship Portal
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The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is the Indian government's program for providing scholarships to students from marginalized communities. NSP was launched in 2011 with the aim of providing scholarships to students from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and Minority communities. The portal provides a single platform for students to apply for scholarships from various government schemes.