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Indian Socio-Economic Indicators

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Indian socio-economic indicators cover vital statistics like literacy rates, forest cover, agricultural dependency, and population growth. These quantitative facts are crucial for general awareness and state-level exams. Test your knowledge of demographic and economic data here.

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Indian Socio-Economic Indicators Questions

Multiple choice

What percentage of ADB Technical Assistance projects use English as the primary language?

  1. 50-60%

  2. 60-70%

  3. 70-80%

  4. 80-90%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 80-90% of ADB Technical Assistance projects use English as the primary language.

Multiple choice

What percentage of ADB Technical Assistance projects use Hindi as the primary language?

  1. 5-10%

  2. 10-15%

  3. 15-20%

  4. 20-25%
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 5-10% of ADB Technical Assistance projects use Hindi as the primary language.

Multiple choice

What is the target set by the Government of India for increasing the forest and tree cover in Gujarat?

  1. 25%

  2. 33%

  3. 50%

  4. 66%
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Government of India has set a target to increase the forest and tree cover in Gujarat to 33% of the total geographical area.

Multiple choice

What percentage of India's urban population relies on street food vendors for their daily meals?

  1. 20%

  2. 30%

  3. 40%

  4. 50%
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 40% of India's urban population relies on street food vendors for their daily meals, highlighting the crucial role these vendors play in providing affordable and convenient food options.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of children completing primary school by 2030?

  1. 70%

  2. 80%

  3. 90%

  4. 100%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 100% of children to complete primary school by 2030.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of children completing tertiary education by 2030?

  1. 10%

  2. 15%

  3. 20%

  4. 25%
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 20% of children to complete tertiary education by 2030.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of children completing pre-primary education by 2030?

  1. 50%

  2. 60%

  3. 70%

  4. 80%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 80% of children to complete pre-primary education by 2030.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of adults who are literate by 2030?

  1. 70%

  2. 80%

  3. 90%

  4. 100%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 100% of adults to be literate by 2030.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of youth who are employed or in education or training by 2030?

  1. 50%

  2. 60%

  3. 70%

  4. 80%
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 80% of youth to be employed or in education or training by 2030.

Multiple choice

What is the World Bank's target for the percentage of countries with a national education sector plan by 2030?

  1. 50%

  2. 60%

  3. 70%

  4. 80%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Bank's target is for 80% of countries to have a national education sector plan by 2030.

Multiple choice

Which of the following South Indian languages is not used in any traditional occupations or professions?

  1. Tulu

  2. Konkani

  3. Kodava

  4. Beary
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kodava is not used in any traditional occupations or professions. There are no traditional occupations or professions that use Kodava as their primary language.

Multiple choice

What is the premium rate for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana?

  1. 2%

  2. 3%

  3. 4%

  4. 5%
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The premium rate for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is 2%.

Multiple choice

What is the claim settlement ratio for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana?

  1. 50%

  2. 60%

  3. 70%

  4. 80%
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The claim settlement ratio for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is 80%.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a region in India that has experienced significant economic growth in recent years?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Bihar

  3. Gujarat

  4. Odisha
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Gujarat is an example of a region in India that has experienced significant economic growth in recent years.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a region in India that has experienced significant economic decline in recent years?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. West Bengal

  4. Jharkhand
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Jharkhand is an example of a region in India that has experienced significant economic decline in recent years.