Gender and Social Policy

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Which of the following is a key objective of gender and social policy in India?

  1. Promoting gender equality and women's empowerment

  2. Reducing poverty and inequality

  3. Improving access to education and healthcare

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gender and social policy in India aims to address a range of issues, including gender inequality, poverty, inequality, and access to education and healthcare.

What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program for women's empowerment?

  1. Mahila Shakti Yojana

  2. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao

  3. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao program was launched in 2015 with the aim of improving the status of girls and women in India.

Which of the following is a major challenge to gender equality in India?

  1. Patriarchy

  2. Caste discrimination

  3. Religious fundamentalism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gender equality in India is hindered by a combination of factors, including patriarchy, caste discrimination, and religious fundamentalism.

What is the legal framework for gender equality in India?

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

  3. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The legal framework for gender equality in India includes the Constitution of India, the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, and the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.

What is the role of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in promoting gender equality in India?

  1. To investigate complaints of gender discrimination

  2. To recommend measures to the government for promoting gender equality

  3. To monitor the implementation of gender-related laws and policies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Commission for Women (NCW) is a statutory body established in 1992 to promote gender equality in India.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme

  3. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan program was launched in 2001 with the aim of providing free and compulsory education to all children aged 6 to 14.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing free midday meals to children in government and government-aided schools?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme

  3. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mid-Day Meal Scheme was launched in 1995 with the aim of providing free midday meals to children in government and government-aided schools.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing free residential education to girls from disadvantaged backgrounds?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme

  3. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme was launched in 2004 with the aim of providing free residential education to girls from disadvantaged backgrounds.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Janani Suraksha Yojana was launched in 2005 with the aim of providing financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing free healthcare to pregnant women and children under the age of six?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Rural Health Mission was launched in 2005 with the aim of providing free healthcare to pregnant women and children under the age of six.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing financial assistance to women who are victims of domestic violence?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no specific Indian government program for providing financial assistance to women who are victims of domestic violence.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing legal aid to women who are victims of domestic violence?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no specific Indian government program for providing legal aid to women who are victims of domestic violence.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing shelter to women who are victims of domestic violence?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no specific Indian government program for providing shelter to women who are victims of domestic violence.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing counseling to women who are victims of domestic violence?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no specific Indian government program for providing counseling to women who are victims of domestic violence.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for providing vocational training to women who are victims of domestic violence?

  1. Janani Suraksha Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

  3. National Rural Health Mission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no specific Indian government program for providing vocational training to women who are victims of domestic violence.

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