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Key Central Government Policies and Their Impact on Citizens

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of key central government policies and their impact on citizens. These policies encompass various aspects of governance, such as economic development, social welfare, and infrastructure.
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Which central government policy is aimed at promoting financial inclusion and providing access to banking services to the unbanked population?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme

  3. Make in India

  4. Atal Pension Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is a flagship financial inclusion program launched in 2014. It aims to provide banking facilities to every household in India, with a focus on the unbanked population. The scheme offers zero-balance accounts, RuPay debit cards, and overdraft facilities to eligible individuals.

The National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS) guarantees employment to rural households for how many days in a year?

  1. 100 days

  2. 150 days

  3. 200 days

  4. 250 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS), also known as Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), guarantees 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work.

Which central government policy focuses on promoting domestic manufacturing and reducing reliance on imports?

  1. Make in India

  2. Digital India

  3. Swachh Bharat Mission

  4. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Make in India initiative was launched in 2014 with the aim of transforming India into a global manufacturing hub. It seeks to attract foreign investment, promote domestic manufacturing, and boost exports. The policy offers incentives and reforms to create a conducive environment for businesses to operate and grow.

The Atal Pension Yojana is a government-sponsored pension scheme primarily designed for which segment of the population?

  1. Farmers

  2. Unorganized Sector Workers

  3. Government Employees

  4. Senior Citizens


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Atal Pension Yojana is a pension scheme launched in 2015, targeting workers in the unorganized sector. It provides a guaranteed minimum pension to eligible individuals after the age of 60. The scheme is designed to provide social security and financial stability to workers who may not have access to formal pension plans.

Which central government policy aims to improve sanitation and hygiene conditions in rural areas?

  1. Swachh Bharat Mission

  2. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme

  3. Make in India

  4. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Swachh Bharat Mission (Clean India Mission) was launched in 2014 with the goal of achieving an open defecation-free India by 2019. The mission focuses on constructing toilets in rural areas, promoting hygiene awareness, and changing sanitation behaviors. It aims to improve public health and reduce the incidence of diseases caused by poor sanitation.

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana provides free LPG connections to eligible households in India. What is the primary objective of this scheme?

  1. Reducing Air Pollution

  2. Promoting Financial Inclusion

  3. Improving Rural Infrastructure

  4. Enhancing Energy Security


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana was launched in 2016 with the aim of reducing indoor air pollution caused by traditional cooking fuels. The scheme provides free LPG connections to eligible households, particularly those below the poverty line, to encourage the use of clean cooking fuel. This helps improve air quality and reduces the risk of respiratory illnesses.

Which central government policy focuses on promoting digital literacy and access to information and communication technologies?

  1. Digital India

  2. Swachh Bharat Mission

  3. Make in India

  4. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Digital India initiative was launched in 2015 with the aim of transforming India into a digitally empowered society. It focuses on providing digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and digital services to citizens. The policy seeks to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to information and communication technologies.

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a housing scheme aimed at providing affordable housing to eligible beneficiaries. Which of the following is a key component of PMAY?

  1. Interest Subsidy on Home Loans

  2. Construction of New Housing Units

  3. Slum Redevelopment

  4. All of the Above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a comprehensive housing scheme that includes various components to address the housing needs of different segments of the population. It provides interest subsidy on home loans, promotes the construction of new housing units, and supports slum redevelopment projects. The scheme aims to provide affordable housing to eligible beneficiaries, particularly those from economically weaker sections and low-income groups.

The National Health Mission (NHM) is a flagship healthcare program of the central government. What is the primary goal of NHM?

  1. Improving Maternal and Child Health

  2. Reducing Infant Mortality Rate

  3. Promoting Universal Health Coverage

  4. All of the Above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Mission (NHM) is a comprehensive healthcare program launched in 2013 with the aim of improving the health status of the population, particularly the vulnerable and marginalized sections. It focuses on improving maternal and child health, reducing infant mortality rate, and promoting universal health coverage. NHM provides financial and technical support to states and union territories to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, expand access to essential health services, and address health disparities.

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at achieving universal elementary education in India. What is the target age group covered under SSA?

  1. 6-14 years

  2. 5-16 years

  3. 3-12 years

  4. 4-15 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a flagship program of the central government that aims to provide free and compulsory elementary education to all children in the age group of 6-14 years. It focuses on universal enrollment, retention, and completion of elementary education. SSA provides financial assistance to states and union territories to improve infrastructure, recruit and train teachers, and provide textbooks and other learning materials.

The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is a rural infrastructure scheme that aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected habitations in rural areas. What is the minimum population criterion for a habitation to be eligible under PMGSY?

  1. 500

  2. 1000

  3. 250

  4. 750


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected habitations in rural areas. Habitations with a population of 250 or more, as per the 2011 census, are eligible for coverage under PMGSY. The scheme provides financial assistance to states and union territories for the construction and maintenance of rural roads, bridges, and culverts.

The National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) is a flagship program of the central government that aims to skill and upskill the workforce in India. What is the target set by NSDM for skilling by 2022?

  1. 100 million

  2. 50 million

  3. 150 million

  4. 200 million


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) aims to skill and upskill the workforce in India to meet the demands of the changing economy. The mission has set a target of skilling 100 million people by 2022. NSDM provides financial assistance to states and union territories to establish skill development centers, train trainers, and provide certification to skilled individuals.

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is a microfinance scheme that provides loans to micro and small enterprises. What is the maximum loan amount available under PMMY?

  1. 10 lakh

  2. 5 lakh

  3. 20 lakh

  4. 15 lakh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) provides loans to micro and small enterprises to support their growth and development. The scheme offers loans up to 10 lakh rupees to eligible borrowers. PMMY has three loan categories: Shishu (up to 50,000 rupees), Kishore (50,000 to 5 lakh rupees), and Tarun (5 lakh to 10 lakh rupees).

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), also known as Ayushman Bharat, is a health insurance scheme that provides coverage to eligible beneficiaries. What is the annual coverage limit under PMJAY?

  1. 5 lakh

  2. 2 lakh

  3. 3 lakh

  4. 1 lakh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) provides health insurance coverage to eligible beneficiaries, including families living below the poverty line. The scheme offers an annual coverage limit of 5 lakh rupees per family for hospitalization expenses. PMJAY covers a wide range of medical and surgical procedures, including hospitalization, day care procedures, and pre- and post-hospitalization expenses.

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) is a crop insurance scheme that provides financial support to farmers in the event of crop loss. What is the maximum sum insured per hectare under PMFBY?

  1. 25,000 rupees

  2. 15,000 rupees

  3. 35,000 rupees

  4. 20,000 rupees


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) provides crop insurance coverage to farmers against crop losses due to natural calamities, pests, and diseases. The scheme offers a maximum sum insured of 25,000 rupees per hectare for notified crops. PMFBY also provides post-harvest losses coverage for certain crops.

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