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Tribal Welfare Schemes and Initiatives

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Which of the following is a centrally sponsored scheme for the socio-economic development of tribal communities in India?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

  3. Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP)

  4. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to ensure the socio-economic development of tribal communities in India. It is implemented by various government departments and agencies at the central and state levels.

What is the primary objective of the Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana (VKY)?

  1. To provide financial assistance to tribal farmers

  2. To promote tribal entrepreneurship

  3. To improve the educational opportunities for tribal children

  4. To enhance the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana (VKY) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to improve the educational opportunities for tribal children in India. It provides financial assistance to tribal students for pursuing higher education, as well as scholarships and other incentives.

Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to tribal farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)

  2. National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

  3. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)

  4. Tribal Development Fund (TDF)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Development Fund (TDF) is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides financial assistance to tribal farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides. It also provides support for minor irrigation projects and other agricultural development activities in tribal areas.

What is the main focus of the Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY)?

  1. To promote tribal entrepreneurship

  2. To provide employment opportunities to tribal youth

  3. To enhance the income of tribal communities

  4. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to promote tribal entrepreneurship and create employment opportunities for tribal youth. It provides financial assistance and training to tribal communities for setting up micro-enterprises and value addition to forest produce.

Which of the following schemes provides scholarships to tribal students for pursuing higher education?

  1. Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme

  2. National Scholarship Scheme

  3. Top Class Education Scheme

  4. Central Sector Scholarship Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides scholarships to tribal students for pursuing higher education. It covers students from Class 11 to Ph.D. level and provides financial assistance for tuition fees, maintenance, and other expenses.

What is the primary objective of the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)?

  1. To provide quality education to tribal children

  2. To promote tribal culture and traditions

  3. To enhance the employability of tribal youth

  4. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) are a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to provide quality education to tribal children in India. These schools provide free residential education from Class 6 to 12, with a focus on academic excellence, cultural preservation, and skill development.

Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to tribal women for setting up micro-enterprises?

  1. Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK)

  2. Ujjwala Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)

  4. National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to provide financial assistance and training to rural women, including tribal women, for setting up micro-enterprises and enhancing their income-generating activities.

What is the main focus of the Tribal Health Initiative (THI)?

  1. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas

  2. To promote traditional tribal medicine

  3. To enhance the employability of tribal youth

  4. To provide quality education to tribal children


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tribal Health Initiative (THI) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas and address the specific health needs of tribal communities. It provides financial assistance for infrastructure development, medical equipment, and healthcare personnel in tribal areas.

Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the construction of houses?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  2. National Rural Housing Mission (NRHM)

  3. Indira Awas Yojana (IAY)

  4. Tribal Housing Scheme (THS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Housing Scheme (THS) is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the construction of houses. It provides subsidies for the purchase of land, construction materials, and labor costs, and also promotes the use of traditional and eco-friendly construction techniques.

What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?

  1. To provide banking facilities to the unbanked population

  2. To promote financial inclusion

  3. To enhance the employability of tribal youth

  4. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is a national scheme that aims to provide banking facilities to the unbanked population, including tribal communities. It provides zero-balance accounts, RuPay debit cards, and overdraft facilities to eligible individuals.

Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the development of infrastructure and livelihood opportunities?

  1. Integrated Tribal Development Programme (ITDP)

  2. Special Central Assistance to Tribal Sub-Plan (SCA to TSP)

  3. Tribal Area Development Programme (TADP)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Integrated Tribal Development Programme (ITDP) is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the development of infrastructure, livelihood opportunities, and social services. It covers various sectors such as agriculture, irrigation, education, health, and skill development.

What is the main focus of the National Tribal Policy (NTP)?

  1. To promote the socio-economic development of tribal communities

  2. To preserve tribal culture and traditions

  3. To enhance the employability of tribal youth

  4. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Tribal Policy (NTP) is a comprehensive policy framework that aims to promote the socio-economic development of tribal communities in India. It focuses on various aspects such as education, healthcare, livelihood opportunities, infrastructure development, and cultural preservation.

Which of the following schemes provides scholarships to tribal students for pursuing technical education?

  1. National Scholarship Scheme

  2. Top Class Education Scheme

  3. Central Sector Scholarship Scheme

  4. Tribal Scholarship Scheme (TSS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Scholarship Scheme (TSS) is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides scholarships to tribal students for pursuing technical education, including engineering, medicine, and other professional courses. It covers tuition fees, maintenance, and other expenses.

What is the primary objective of the Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY)?

  1. To promote the collection and processing of non-timber forest products

  2. To provide employment opportunities to tribal youth

  3. To enhance the income of tribal communities

  4. To improve the healthcare facilities in tribal areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to promote the collection and processing of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) by tribal communities. It provides financial assistance and training to tribal communities for setting up NTFP collection and processing units, as well as marketing and branding support.

Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the development of minor irrigation projects?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)

  2. National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

  3. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)

  4. Tribal Development Fund (TDF)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Development Fund (TDF) is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides financial assistance to tribal communities for the development of minor irrigation projects, such as check dams, lift irrigation schemes, and rainwater harvesting structures. It also supports the construction of small dams and canals for irrigation purposes.

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