Disability Rights Reforms

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of Disability Rights Reforms in India. It covers various aspects of the reforms, including legislation, policies, and initiatives aimed at promoting the rights and welfare of persons with disabilities.
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Which act was enacted in India to provide equal opportunities and rights to persons with disabilities?

  1. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

  2. The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995

  3. The Disability Rights Act, 2006

  4. The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 2009


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 is the primary legislation in India that aims to provide equal opportunities and rights to persons with disabilities.

What is the percentage of reservation in government jobs for persons with disabilities?

  1. 3%

  2. 4%

  3. 5%

  4. 6%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, there is a 4% reservation in government jobs for persons with disabilities.

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities?

  1. Article 15

  2. Article 16

  3. Article 17

  4. Article 18


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them.

What is the name of the national policy that aims to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities?

  1. National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2006

  2. National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2012

  3. National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2018

  4. National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2020


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2016 is the national policy that aims to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities.

Which scheme provides financial assistance to persons with disabilities for purchasing assistive devices and equipment?

  1. ADIP Scheme

  2. DDRS Scheme

  3. NSAP Scheme

  4. RBSK Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ADIP Scheme (Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances) provides financial assistance to persons with disabilities for purchasing assistive devices and equipment.

What is the name of the scheme that provides free education to children with disabilities?

  1. RTE Act

  2. SSA Scheme

  3. IEP Scheme

  4. NPEGEL Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The RTE Act (Right to Education Act) provides free education to children with disabilities up to the age of 18 years.

Which scheme provides vocational training and placement assistance to persons with disabilities?

  1. VTP Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. RBSK Scheme

  4. ADIP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The VTP Scheme (Vocational Training Programme for Persons with Disabilities) provides vocational training and placement assistance to persons with disabilities.

What is the name of the scheme that provides financial assistance to families of persons with severe disabilities?

  1. NSAP Scheme

  2. RBSK Scheme

  3. ADIP Scheme

  4. IEP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NSAP Scheme (National Social Assistance Programme) provides financial assistance to families of persons with severe disabilities.

Which scheme provides health insurance coverage to persons with disabilities?

  1. RBSK Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. ADIP Scheme

  4. IEP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The RBSK Scheme (Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram) provides health insurance coverage to persons with disabilities.

What is the name of the scheme that provides scholarships to students with disabilities?

  1. IEP Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. ADIP Scheme

  4. RBSK Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IEP Scheme (Inclusive Education for Persons with Disabilities) provides scholarships to students with disabilities.

Which scheme provides assistive devices and equipment to persons with disabilities?

  1. ADIP Scheme

  2. DDRS Scheme

  3. NSAP Scheme

  4. RBSK Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ADIP Scheme (Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances) provides assistive devices and equipment to persons with disabilities.

What is the name of the scheme that provides financial assistance to persons with disabilities for starting self-employment ventures?

  1. DDRS Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. RBSK Scheme

  4. ADIP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The DDRS Scheme (Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme) provides financial assistance to persons with disabilities for starting self-employment ventures.

Which scheme provides rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities?

  1. DDRS Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. RBSK Scheme

  4. ADIP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The DDRS Scheme (Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme) provides rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities.

What is the name of the scheme that provides skill development training to persons with disabilities?

  1. VTP Scheme

  2. NSAP Scheme

  3. RBSK Scheme

  4. ADIP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The VTP Scheme (Vocational Training Programme for Persons with Disabilities) provides skill development training to persons with disabilities.

Which scheme provides free legal aid to persons with disabilities?

  1. NSAP Scheme

  2. RBSK Scheme

  3. ADIP Scheme

  4. IEP Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NSAP Scheme (National Social Assistance Programme) provides free legal aid to persons with disabilities.

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