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

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to establish a network of dance academies across the country?

  1. National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)

  2. National School of Drama (NSD)

  3. Central Institute of Classical Dance (CIDC)

  4. National Institute of Kathakali (NIK)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Central Institute of Classical Dance (CIDC) is a government initiative aimed at establishing a network of dance academies across the country to provide training in various classical and contemporary dance forms.

Multiple choice

Which government scheme provides financial assistance to traditional dance artists and organizations?

  1. Scheme for Promotion of Dance

  2. Scheme for Promotion of Folk and Tribal Arts

  3. Scheme for Promotion of Theatre

  4. Scheme for Promotion of Music
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Scheme for Promotion of Folk and Tribal Arts provides financial assistance to traditional dance artists and organizations for various activities, including performances, workshops, training programs, and research projects.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to provide scholarships to dance students?

  1. National Scholarship Scheme for Dance

  2. Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for Dance

  3. State Government Scholarship Scheme for Dance

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The government provides scholarships to dance students through various initiatives, including the National Scholarship Scheme for Dance, the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for Dance, and the State Government Scholarship Scheme for Dance.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to establish dance research centers and archives?

  1. National Centre for Dance Research

  2. Indian Dance Research Institute

  3. Dance Documentation and Research Centre

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The government aims to establish dance research centers and archives through various initiatives, including the National Centre for Dance Research, the Indian Dance Research Institute, and the Dance Documentation and Research Centre.

Multiple choice

Which scheme was launched by the Government of India in 2011 to provide financial assistance to talented sportspersons?

  1. Khelo India Scheme

  2. Target Olympic Podium Scheme

  3. National Sports Development Fund

  4. Sports Scholarship Scheme
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Khelo India Scheme was launched in 2011 to provide financial assistance to talented sportspersons for their training, competition, and other expenses.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to transform India into a global hub for digital services and products?

  1. Digital India

  2. Make in India

  3. Skill India

  4. Startup India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Digital India initiative is focused on promoting digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and digital services to make India a leading player in the global digital economy.

Multiple choice

What is the main focus of the Indian government's 'Study in India' program?

  1. Promoting Indian culture and heritage

  2. Attracting international students to Indian universities

  3. Providing scholarships to international students

  4. Encouraging research collaboration between Indian and foreign institutions
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Study in India' program aims to attract international students to pursue higher education in India, thereby enhancing the country's global reputation and fostering cultural exchange.

Multiple choice

What is the main focus of the Indian government's 'Global Initiative of Academic Networks' (GIAN)?

  1. Promoting Indian culture and heritage

  2. Attracting international students to Indian universities

  3. Providing scholarships to international students

  4. Encouraging research collaboration between Indian and foreign institutions
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Global Initiative of Academic Networks' (GIAN) aims to promote research collaboration between Indian and foreign institutions, thereby fostering knowledge exchange and innovation.

Multiple choice

Which government scheme aims to provide mid-day meals to school children from disadvantaged backgrounds?

  1. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme

  3. Public Distribution System (PDS)

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

The Mid-Day Meal Scheme is a government scheme that aims to provide mid-day meals to school children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote social harmony and reduce caste-based discrimination through cultural exchange and dialogue?

  1. Ekta Manch

  2. Samrasta Manch

  3. Sadbhavna Manch

  4. Lok Manch
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Samrasta Manch is a government initiative that aims to promote social harmony and reduce caste-based discrimination through cultural exchange and dialogue.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to victims of caste-based discrimination?

  1. Dr. Ambedkar National Scholarship Scheme

  2. National Scheme of Liberation and Rehabilitation of Scavengers

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

  4. National Rural Livelihood Mission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Scheme of Liberation and Rehabilitation of Scavengers is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to victims of caste-based discrimination.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that aims to provide free and subsidized food grains to poor and marginalized households?

  1. Public Distribution System (PDS)

  2. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)

  3. National Food Security Act (NFSA)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Public Distribution System (PDS) is a government scheme that aims to provide free and subsidized food grains to poor and marginalized households.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote social inclusion and reduce caste-based discrimination through education and awareness?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

  3. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan

  4. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan is a government initiative that aims to promote social inclusion and reduce caste-based discrimination through education and awareness.

Multiple choice

Which government scheme aims to provide free and subsidized housing to poor and marginalized households?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  2. Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY)

  3. Indira Awas Yojana (IAY)

  4. National Rural Housing Mission (NRHM)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a government scheme that aims to provide free and subsidized housing to poor and marginalized households.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote social inclusion and reduce caste-based discrimination through skill development and employment opportunities?

  1. National Skill Development Mission

  2. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana

  4. Skill India Mission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Skill India Mission is a government initiative that aims to promote social inclusion and reduce caste-based discrimination through skill development and employment opportunities.