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

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Telangana government to provide free education to girls from economically weaker sections?

  1. KCR Kalyana Lakshmi

  2. Shaadi Mubarak

  3. Mana Ooru - Mana Badi

  4. Amma Vodi

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Explanation

The "Amma Vodi" scheme was launched by the Telangana government to provide financial assistance to mothers of school-going girls from economically weaker sections to encourage their education.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Rajasthan government to provide free sanitary napkins to adolescent girls?

  1. Ujjwala Yojana

  2. Bhamashah Yojana

  3. Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana

  4. Mukhyamantri Sanitary Napkin Yojana

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Explanation

The "Mukhyamantri Sanitary Napkin Yojana" was launched by the Rajasthan government to provide free sanitary napkins to adolescent girls in government schools and colleges.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Uttar Pradesh government to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural equipment?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi

  2. Kisan Credit Card Scheme

  3. Mukhyamantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana

  4. Krishi Kalyan Yojana

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Explanation

The "Mukhyamantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana" was launched by the Uttar Pradesh government to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural equipment, such as tractors, pumps, and sprinklers.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Andhra Pradesh government to provide free education to students from economically weaker sections?

  1. Jagananna Vidya Deevena

  2. Amma Vodi

  3. Mana Ooru - Mana Badi

  4. KCR Kalyana Lakshmi

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Explanation

The "Jagananna Vidya Deevena" scheme was launched by the Andhra Pradesh government to provide free education to students from economically weaker sections from kindergarten to post-graduation.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Maharashtra government to provide free electricity to farmers?

  1. Jyotiba Phule Shetkari Karj Mafi Yojana

  2. Mukhyamantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana

  3. Annapurna Yojana

  4. Shivshakti Yojana

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Explanation

The "Shivshakti Yojana" was launched by the Maharashtra government to provide free electricity to farmers for irrigation purposes.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Telangana government to provide free education to girls from economically weaker sections?

  1. KCR Kalyana Lakshmi

  2. Shaadi Mubarak

  3. Mana Ooru - Mana Badi

  4. Amma Vodi

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The "Amma Vodi" scheme was launched by the Telangana government to provide financial assistance to mothers of school-going girls from economically weaker sections to encourage their education.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Rajasthan government to provide free sanitary napkins to adolescent girls?

  1. Ujjwala Yojana

  2. Bhamashah Yojana

  3. Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana

  4. Mukhyamantri Sanitary Napkin Yojana

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Explanation

The "Mukhyamantri Sanitary Napkin Yojana" was launched by the Rajasthan government to provide free sanitary napkins to adolescent girls in government schools and colleges.

Multiple choice

What are some of the initiatives being taken to support artisans and promote handicrafts in India?

  1. Government schemes and programs to provide financial assistance and training.

  2. Collaboration between artisans and designers to create contemporary products.

  3. Promotion of handicrafts through exhibitions and fairs.

  4. All of the above.

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Explanation

There are a number of initiatives being taken to support artisans and promote handicrafts in India. These include government schemes and programs to provide financial assistance and training, collaboration between artisans and designers to create contemporary products, and promotion of handicrafts through exhibitions and fairs. These initiatives aim to help artisans earn a sustainable living, preserve traditional skills and techniques, and promote cultural heritage.

Multiple choice

Which initiative by the Indian government aims to promote the production of films that raise awareness about environmental issues and sustainable practices?

  1. National Green Film Awards

  2. Sustainable Film Fund

  3. Green Film Certification

  4. Eco Film Festival

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Explanation

The National Green Film Awards, established in 2013, recognize and honor films that effectively communicate environmental messages and promote sustainable living.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Universal health coverage

  2. Preventive and promotive healthcare

  3. Public-private partnership

  4. Mandatory health insurance

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Explanation

The National Health Policy 2017 does not mandate health insurance, but it encourages voluntary health insurance schemes to improve access to healthcare services.

Multiple choice

What is the target for universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. 50%

  2. 75%

  3. 90%

  4. 100%

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Explanation

The National Health Policy 2017 aims to achieve universal health coverage, meaning that all Indians have access to essential health services without financial hardship.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for achieving universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Expanding public health insurance schemes

  2. Promoting preventive and promotive healthcare

  3. Improving the quality of healthcare services

  4. Increasing the number of healthcare providers

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Explanation

While increasing the number of healthcare providers is important for improving access to healthcare services, it is not a specific strategy for achieving universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017.

Multiple choice

What is the role of public-private partnership in the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To improve the efficiency of healthcare services

  2. To increase access to healthcare services

  3. To reduce healthcare costs

  4. All of the above

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Explanation

Public-private partnership is seen as a way to improve the efficiency, increase access, and reduce the costs of healthcare services, thereby contributing to the overall goals of the National Health Policy 2017.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for public-private partnership under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Infrastructure development

  2. Healthcare service delivery

  3. Medical research and development

  4. Health insurance

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Explanation

While health insurance is an important aspect of healthcare financing, it is not specifically mentioned as a key area of focus for public-private partnership under the National Health Policy 2017.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals?

  1. It contributes to the achievement of SDG 4: Quality Education

  2. It helps to reduce poverty and inequality

  3. It promotes gender equality and women's empowerment

  4. All of the above

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Explanation

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan contributes to the achievement of SDG 4: Quality Education, helps to reduce poverty and inequality, promotes gender equality and women's empowerment, and contributes to the overall development of the country.