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Test: Government Schemes - Question 1

Consider the following schemes:

  1. Atal Innovation Mission
  2. GENESIS
  3. NIDHI
  4. ASPIRE

How many of the above schemes are intended to promote the startup ecosystem in India?

Detailed Solution: Question 1

Startup India (10 years): launched 16 January 2016 (National Startup Day), flagship supporting entrepreneurs, building robust startup ecosystem, transforming India into job creator. DPIIT nodal agency. Achievements: 3rd-largest startup ecosystem, ~2.09 lakh DPIIT-recognized startups, 120+unicorns ($350B+ valuation), 21+ lakh jobs, ~45% women directors, ~50% Tier-II/III cities. Schemes: AIM, GENESIS, NIDHI, ASPIRE (option D correct).

Test: Government Schemes - Question 2

Which of the following conditions qualify as the eligibility criteria for awarding the 'Maharatna' status to a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE)?

  1. The CPSE must hold Navratna status.
  2. It should be listed on the Indian stock exchange with the minimum public shareholding prescribed by SEBI regulations.
  3. It must have an average annual turnover exceeding ₹25,000 crore over the last three years.
  4. It should maintain a significant global presence or operate internationally.

Choose the correct option using the code given below.

Detailed Solution: Question 2

Maharatna scheme (2010) empowers large, high-performing CPSEs to expand and emerge globally. Eligibility: Navratna status required; listed on Indian stock exchange with minimum public shareholding; average annual turnover exceeding ₹25,000 crore; average annual net worth exceeding ₹15,000 crore; average annual net profit after tax exceeding ₹5,000 crore; significant global presence/international operations.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 3

What is the primary objective of the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDKY)?

Detailed Solution: Question 3

Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana covers 100 low-productivity, moderate crop intensity, below-average credit districts. Aims enhancing agricultural productivity, adopting crop diversification, sustainable agriculture, augmenting post-harvest storage, improving irrigation, facilitating long/short-term credit. Benefits 1.7 crore farmers.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 4

Review the statements concerning the newly formed National Turmeric Board:

  1. The board has been established to promote research and development of new turmeric products.
  2. The board will operate under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
  3. The board's headquarters will be located in Kerala.

Detailed Solution: Question 4

National Turmeric Board focuses on overall development, research, and value addition of turmeric products for export. It operates under Ministry of Commerce and Industry, creating awareness on medical properties, increasing yield, and boosting logistics. Head office is at Nizamabad, Telangana.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 5

With regard to the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY), evaluate the following statements:

  1. It was launched as part of the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign.
  2. A single Sukanya Samriddhi Account is allowed per girl child.
  3. The SSY account matures after 21 years, before which no withdrawal is permitted under any circumstances.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Detailed Solution: Question 5

SSY (Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana): launched 22 January 2015 under Beti Bachao campaign (statement 1 correct). Girl child below 10; one account per child, maximum two accounts per family (statement 2 correct). Annual ₹250-₹1.5 lakh deposit 15 years, guardian operated till 18, matures 21 years, up 50% withdrawal education post-18 allowed (statement 3 incorrect). Over 8.66 crore enrolled, inclusive social security cornerstone.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 6

Recently, the Government of India launched the PM-YUVA 3.0 scheme. What is its primary objective?

Detailed Solution: Question 6

PM-YUVA 3.0 launched March 11, 2025, by Ministry of Education mentoring young authors below 30 years, promoting reading and writing culture. Implementing agency: National Book Trust. Core themes: Indian Diaspora contribution, Indian Knowledge System, Makers of Modern India. 50 authors selected nationwide via MyGov; six-month mentorship June-December 2025.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 7

With regard to the BHARATI initiative, evaluate the following statements:

  1. It is an initiative of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA).
  2. The initiative exclusively focuses on promoting the export of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Which of the statements above are correct?

Detailed Solution: Question 7

BHARATI (Bharat's Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement, Incubation for Export Enablement) is APEDA flagship initiative designed to empower 100 agri-food and agri-tech startups. Statement 1 correct: Initiative drives innovation, creates export opportunities for young entrepreneurs toward $50 billion agri-food exports goal by 2030. Statement 2 incorrect: Program focuses on broad high-value categories and technology-led solutions, not exclusively fresh fruits and vegetables.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 8

Identify which of the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) are correct: 1) Mudra loans under PMMY can be applied for through offline or online methods. 2) The scheme provides collateral-free loans to small businesses. 3) MUDRA also has a direct lending window to provide loans to small businesses.

Detailed Solution: Question 8

MUDRA loans can be applied offline through authorized financial institutions (banks and NBFCs) and online through portals like Udyamimitra. Loans are provided without collateral, categorized into Shishu (up to ₹50,000), Kishore (₹50,001 to ₹5 lakh), Tarun (₹5 to ₹10 lakh), and Tarun Plus (₹10 to ₹20 lakh).

Test: Government Schemes - Question 9

Recently, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for India's inaugural Green Hydrogen Hub under the NGHM in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. In this context, evaluate the following statements about the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM):

  1. The mission is administered by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
  2. The target is to attain a production capacity of 10 MMT of Green Hydrogen per year by 2030.
  3. By 2030, the mission aims to avert nearly 50 MMT per year of CO2 emissions through production and use of the targeted quantity of Green Hydrogen.

Detailed Solution: Question 9

National Green Hydrogen Mission announced January 2023; Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Target: 5 MMT annual green hydrogen by 2030. Components: SIGHT programme (electrolyser manufacturing, hydrogen production incentives). Expected outcomes: 5 MMT production capacity reducing fossil fuel import dependence by ₹1 lakh crore; 50 MMT CO2 emissions averted.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 10

With reference to the Atal Pension Yojana (APY), assess the following statements:

  1. It is a Central Sector Scheme.
  2. Any citizen of India between the age of 18 and 60 years is eligible to join the scheme.
  3. It guarantees a minimum monthly pension after attaining the age of 60 years.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Detailed Solution: Question 10

APY (Atal Pension Yojana): launched 9 May 2015, Central Sector Scheme creating universal social security, especially underprivileged, unorganized workers (statement 1 correct). Eligible: Indian citizens 18-40, non-income-tax-payers (statement 2 incorrect). Guarantees ₹1,000-₹5,000 monthly pension from age 60 based contributions (statement 3 correct). Over 8.66 crore enrolled.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 11

The phrase 'SWAYATT Initiative' is occasionally cited in connection with which of the following options?

Detailed Solution: Question 11

SWAYATT initiative launched 2019 stands for Startups, Women & Youth Advantage through e-transactions. Enhances market access for women entrepreneurs, youth, startups, MSEs, SHGs. Portal enhances ease of business establishing direct market linkages to annual government procurement.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 12

Regarding Swavalambini, evaluate the following statements:

  1. It describes a movement toward women-led multi-staged entrepreneurship.
  2. It was launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in collaboration with NITI Aayog.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Detailed Solution: Question 12

Swavalambini–Women Entrepreneurship Programme: Ministry Skill Development/Entrepreneurship collaboration NITI Aayog. Women-led multi-staged entrepreneurship movement. Objective: empower female Higher Education Institution students entrepreneurial skills, resources, mentorship. Structure: Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme, Women Entrepreneurship Development, mentorship, faculty training. National Institute Entrepreneurship Small Business Development implementation. Minimum 10% trained participants establish enterprises fostering women-led economic growth.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 13

Examine the following set of pairs associated with Government Portal: Purpose

  1. Anna Chakra: Public Distribution System supply chain optimization tool
  2. SCAN: Simplify subsidy claim process for states under the National Food Security Act,2013
  3. Amrit Gyan Kosh: Promote inclusive and quality education through digital platform

How many of these pairs are correctly matched?

Detailed Solution: Question 13

Ministry launched 'Anna Chakra' PDS optimization tool (WFP, FITT-IIT Delhi collaboration) leveraging advanced algorithms for optimal food grain movement routes. SCAN portal provides single-window subsidy claim submissions by states with end-to-end automation. Amrit Gyan Kosh launched governance training strengthening under Mission Karmayogi.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 14

With its recent launch by the Government of India, what is the primary purpose of the Sahyog Portal?

Detailed Solution: Question 14

Sahyog Portal automates notices to intermediaries under IT Act 2000 for removing unlawful online information, data, or communication links. It brings authorized agencies and intermediaries onto one platform ensuring immediate action against unlawful online information, achieving a clean cyber space for Indian citizens.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 15

With reference to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, consider the following statements:

  1. The Act authorizes the Central Consumer Protection Authority to order the recall of unsafe goods and services.
  2. The Authority may prohibit an endorser of a misleading advertisement from making any endorsement for up to 6 months.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Detailed Solution: Question 15

Consumer Protection Act, 2019 establishes Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) enforcing consumer rights, addressing unfair trade practices. CCPA functions: investigate consumer rights violations and prosecute offenders; order recall of hazardous goods, reimbursement, discontinuation of unfair practices. Regulates misleading advertisements, imposing penalties. Can prohibit advertisement endorsers for up to 1 year (first contravention) or 3 years (subsequent).

Test: Government Schemes - Question 16

In media reports, the NAMASTE Scheme is frequently referenced in connection with which of the following options?

Detailed Solution: Question 16

The NAMASTE Scheme (National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem) is jointly initiated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Implemented by the National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC) for three years (FY 2023-24 to 2025-26) with Rs 349.73 crore budget. Components include digital profiling of sanitation workers, health insurance, occupational safety training, capital subsidies, PPE distribution, and capacity building.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 17

Which description most accurately characterizes the DHRUVA initiative that has recently been in the news?

Detailed Solution: Question 17

DHRUVA: Department Posts Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure providing unique digital home address India. Secure digital environment, accurate address information sharing, geocoded framework. Address-as-Service (AaaS) concept core, standardised interoperable geocoded digital addressing system. Foundational public infrastructure effective governance, inclusive service delivery, enhanced experience. Collaborative ecosystem public/private stakeholders co-creating solutions innovation.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 18

This form of government is defined by religious authorities or beliefs holding supreme power over the state and its policies. In this system, religious leaders or a particular religious institution govern the nation, and its laws and governance are based on religious doctrines or scriptures. The above description best identifies which of the following forms of government?

Detailed Solution: Question 18

Theocracy is government form where religious authorities or principles hold ultimate power over state and policies. Religious leaders govern; laws based on religious doctrines. State actively supports and promotes particular religion, provides financial support to religious institutions, grants special privileges, and enforces religious laws or practices.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 19

The Trade Enablement and Marketing (TEAM) program, a Government of India initiative, is intended to support which sector?

Detailed Solution: Question 19

Ministry of MSME launched TEAM Initiative with ONDC under RAMP Programme. Budget ₹277.35 crore over three years onboarding 5 lakh MSEs (50% women-led). Empowers MSMEs with digital tools integrating ONDC, widening customer base, increasing income. Establishes digital presence, transaction history strengthening trustworthiness, credibility.

Test: Government Schemes - Question 20

How many of the following items are pillars of Digital India?

  1. Broadband Highways
  2. Universal Access to Phones
  3. Early Harvest Programmes
  4. Information for All
  5. E-Governance

Select the correct answer using the code provided below.

Detailed Solution: Question 20

Digital India Mission launched 2015 by PM Narendra Modi transforming India digitally empowered society, knowledge economy. Nodal Ministry: Ministry Electronics Information Technology (MeiTY). Nine pillars: Broadband Highways, Universal Mobile Access, Public Internet Access Programme, e-Governance, e-Kranti, Information All, Electronics Manufacturing, IT Jobs, Early Harvest Programmes.

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