Economic Impact of Mudra Yojana

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the economic impact of the Mudra Yojana, a flagship scheme launched by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
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What is the primary objective of the Mudra Yojana?

  1. To promote entrepreneurship and job creation

  2. To provide financial assistance to large-scale industries

  3. To regulate the banking sector

  4. To control inflation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana was launched with the primary objective of promoting entrepreneurship and job creation by providing financial assistance to MSMEs.

What are the three categories of loans provided under the Mudra Yojana?

  1. Shishu, Kishore, and Tarun

  2. Micro, Small, and Medium

  3. Personal, Business, and Agricultural

  4. Short-term, Medium-term, and Long-term


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana offers three categories of loans: Shishu (up to (\$10,000)), Kishore ((\$10,000) to (\$50,000)), and Tarun ((\$50,000) to (\$100,000)).

Which institution is responsible for implementing the Mudra Yojana?

  1. Reserve Bank of India

  2. Small Industries Development Bank of India

  3. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development

  4. Ministry of Finance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) is the nodal agency responsible for implementing the Mudra Yojana.

What is the maximum loan amount that can be availed under the Mudra Yojana?

  1. (\$10,000)

  2. (\$50,000)

  3. (\$100,000)

  4. (\$200,000)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The maximum loan amount that can be availed under the Mudra Yojana is (\$100,000) under the Tarun category.

What is the interest rate charged on Mudra loans?

  1. Varies depending on the lending institution

  2. Fixed at 10%

  3. Fixed at 12%

  4. Fixed at 15%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The interest rate charged on Mudra loans varies depending on the lending institution and the loan category.

What are the eligibility criteria for availing a Mudra loan?

  1. Must be an MSME registered with the government

  2. Must have a good credit score

  3. Must be a first-time entrepreneur

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To avail a Mudra loan, an applicant must be an MSME registered with the government, have a good credit score, and be a first-time entrepreneur.

What is the repayment period for Mudra loans?

  1. Up to 5 years

  2. Up to 7 years

  3. Up to 10 years

  4. Up to 15 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The repayment period for Mudra loans can be up to 10 years, depending on the loan category and the lending institution.

How has the Mudra Yojana contributed to the growth of MSMEs in India?

  1. Increased access to finance

  2. Reduced interest rates

  3. Simplified loan application process

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana has contributed to the growth of MSMEs in India by increasing access to finance, reducing interest rates, and simplifying the loan application process.

What is the impact of the Mudra Yojana on job creation in India?

  1. Created millions of jobs

  2. Reduced unemployment rate

  3. Increased labor force participation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana has had a positive impact on job creation in India by creating millions of jobs, reducing the unemployment rate, and increasing labor force participation.

How has the Mudra Yojana contributed to the overall economic growth of India?

  1. Increased GDP

  2. Reduced poverty

  3. Improved standard of living

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana has contributed to the overall economic growth of India by increasing GDP, reducing poverty, and improving the standard of living.

What are some of the challenges faced by the Mudra Yojana?

  1. Lack of awareness among MSMEs

  2. Inadequate infrastructure

  3. Limited access to credit for women entrepreneurs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana faces challenges such as lack of awareness among MSMEs, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to credit for women entrepreneurs.

What measures can be taken to address the challenges faced by the Mudra Yojana?

  1. Increase awareness campaigns

  2. Improve infrastructure

  3. Provide special schemes for women entrepreneurs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The challenges faced by the Mudra Yojana can be addressed by increasing awareness campaigns, improving infrastructure, and providing special schemes for women entrepreneurs.

What is the future outlook for the Mudra Yojana?

  1. Continued growth and expansion

  2. Decline in popularity

  3. Phased out by the government

  4. Uncertain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The future outlook for the Mudra Yojana is positive, with continued growth and expansion expected.

How can the Mudra Yojana be made more effective in achieving its objectives?

  1. Increase collaboration between banks and NBFCs

  2. Provide training and support to MSMEs

  3. Simplify the loan application process

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mudra Yojana can be made more effective by increasing collaboration between banks and NBFCs, providing training and support to MSMEs, and simplifying the loan application process.

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