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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

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting sports competitions and events for persons with disabilities?

  1. Sports Competitions and Events Scheme

  2. National Sports Competitions and Events Scheme

  3. Para Sports Competitions and Events Scheme

  4. Khelo India Competitions and Events Scheme
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Explanation

The Para Sports Competitions and Events Scheme provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting sports competitions and events specifically designed for persons with disabilities.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote research and development in the field of sports and disability?

  1. Sports Research and Development Program

  2. National Sports Research and Development Program

  3. Para Sports Research and Development Program

  4. Khelo India Research and Development Program
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Explanation

The Para Sports Research and Development Program aims to promote research and development in the field of sports and disability to improve the performance of para-athletes and enhance their participation in sports activities.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting awareness campaigns and workshops on sports and disability?

  1. Sports Awareness and Workshops Scheme

  2. National Sports Awareness and Workshops Scheme

  3. Para Sports Awareness and Workshops Scheme

  4. Khelo India Awareness and Workshops Scheme
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Explanation

The Para Sports Awareness and Workshops Scheme provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting awareness campaigns and workshops on sports and disability to promote inclusivity and participation.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in traditional sports and games?

  1. Traditional Sports and Games Program

  2. National Traditional Sports and Games Program

  3. Para Traditional Sports and Games Program

  4. Khelo India Traditional Sports and Games Program
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Explanation

The Para Traditional Sports and Games Program aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in traditional sports and games by providing training, equipment, and competition opportunities.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting sports camps and clinics for persons with disabilities?

  1. Sports Camps and Clinics Scheme

  2. National Sports Camps and Clinics Scheme

  3. Para Sports Camps and Clinics Scheme

  4. Khelo India Camps and Clinics Scheme
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Explanation

The Para Sports Camps and Clinics Scheme provides financial assistance to sports organizations and institutions for conducting sports camps and clinics specifically designed for persons with disabilities.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in adventure sports?

  1. Adventure Sports Program

  2. National Adventure Sports Program

  3. Para Adventure Sports Program

  4. Khelo India Adventure Sports Program
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Explanation

The Para Adventure Sports Program aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in adventure sports by providing training, equipment, and competition opportunities.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in e-sports?

  1. E-Sports Program

  2. National E-Sports Program

  3. Para E-Sports Program

  4. Khelo India E-Sports Program
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Explanation

The Para E-Sports Program aims to promote the participation of persons with disabilities in e-sports by providing training, equipment, and competition opportunities.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a government initiative aimed at conserving the coastal and marine ecosystems of India?

  1. Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM)

  2. National Coastal Zone Management Programme (NCZMP)

  3. Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)

  4. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
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Explanation

All of the options are government initiatives aimed at conserving the coastal and marine ecosystems of India. ICZM, NCZMP, CRZ, and MPAs are all part of a comprehensive approach to protect and manage these ecosystems.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the government initiative aimed at conserving the dugongs in India?

  1. Project Dugong

  2. Project Seagrass

  3. Project Marine Mammals

  4. Project Coastal Conservation
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Explanation

Project Dugong is a government initiative aimed at conserving the dugongs in India. It involves the conservation of seagrass beds, awareness campaigns, and research on the species.

Multiple choice

Which government initiative in India aims to reduce the burden of cardiovascular diseases?

  1. National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS)

  2. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

  3. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)
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Explanation

The National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) is a government initiative aimed at reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases in India through various strategies, including prevention, early detection, and management.

Multiple choice

What are some successful initiatives or programs that have been implemented in India to engage parents and the community in mathematics education?

  1. The Math Olympiad Program

  2. The National Initiative for School Heads and Teachers (NISHTHA)

  3. The Eklavya Model Residential Schools

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Several successful initiatives and programs have been implemented in India to engage parents and the community in mathematics education, including the Math Olympiad Program, the National Initiative for School Heads and Teachers (NISHTHA), and the Eklavya Model Residential Schools.

Multiple choice

What are some of the government initiatives to promote organic farming in India?

  1. The Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana

  2. The National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture

  3. The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Some of the government initiatives to promote organic farming in India include the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana, the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture, the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, and the Agricultural Organic Farming Laws, 2020.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major government initiative for environmental conservation in India?

  1. National Mission for Clean Ganga

  2. National Afforestation Programme

  3. Swachh Bharat Mission

  4. National Solar Mission
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Explanation

Swachh Bharat Mission is not a major government initiative for environmental conservation in India. National Mission for Clean Ganga, National Afforestation Programme, and National Solar Mission are the major government initiatives for environmental conservation in the country.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major government initiative for sustainable development in India?

  1. National Action Plan on Climate Change

  2. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

  3. National Mission on Electric Mobility

  4. National Mission for Green India
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Explanation

National Mission for Green India is not a major government initiative for sustainable development in India. National Action Plan on Climate Change, National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture, and National Mission on Electric Mobility are the major government initiatives for sustainable development in the country.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program to address climate change?

  1. National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)

  2. National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC)

  3. India Climate Change Centre (ICCC)

  4. National Green Tribunal (NGT)
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Explanation

The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched by the Indian government in 2008 to address climate change mitigation and adaptation.