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Assessing the Effectiveness of Central Government Policies in Addressing Social Issues

Description: This quiz aims to evaluate your understanding of the effectiveness of central government policies in addressing social issues in India. The questions cover various aspects of policy formulation, implementation, and impact assessment.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which central government policy is primarily aimed at addressing poverty and inequality in rural areas?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme

  3. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

  4. Swachh Bharat Mission


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) is a centrally sponsored program that aims to provide employment opportunities to rural households and enhance their livelihood security.

Which of the following is a key objective of the National Education Policy 2020?

  1. Promoting vocational education and skill development

  2. Improving access to quality education for all

  3. Encouraging research and innovation in higher education

  4. Strengthening teacher education and training


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Education Policy 2020 aims to transform the Indian education system by promoting holistic development, improving access and quality, and fostering innovation and research.

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana aims to provide:

  1. Free LPG connections to rural households

  2. Subsidized LPG cylinders to low-income families

  3. Clean cooking fuel to urban households

  4. Improved access to electricity in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is a scheme launched by the central government to provide free LPG connections to rural households, particularly those living below the poverty line.

Which of the following is a major challenge in implementing the Swachh Bharat Mission?

  1. Lack of awareness about sanitation and hygiene

  2. Inadequate infrastructure for waste management

  3. Limited financial resources

  4. Resistance from local communities


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Swachh Bharat Mission faces several challenges, including lack of awareness, inadequate infrastructure, limited financial resources, and resistance from local communities.

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana has resulted in:

  1. Increased financial inclusion

  2. Reduced poverty levels

  3. Improved access to credit for small businesses

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana has led to increased financial inclusion, reduced poverty levels, and improved access to credit for small businesses.

Which central government policy aims to promote digital literacy and access to information technology?

  1. Digital India

  2. Make in India

  3. Skill India

  4. Startup India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Digital India initiative aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.

The National Health Mission focuses on:

  1. Improving maternal and child health

  2. Reducing the burden of communicable diseases

  3. Strengthening the healthcare infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Mission aims to improve maternal and child health, reduce the burden of communicable diseases, and strengthen the healthcare infrastructure.

Which of the following is a key component of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana?

  1. Construction of affordable housing units

  2. Provision of subsidies for home loans

  3. Development of urban infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana includes the construction of affordable housing units, provision of subsidies for home loans, and development of urban infrastructure.

The Skill India Mission aims to:

  1. Train youth in various skills and trades

  2. Provide employment opportunities to skilled workers

  3. Promote entrepreneurship and self-employment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India Mission aims to train youth in various skills and trades, provide employment opportunities to skilled workers, and promote entrepreneurship and self-employment.

Which central government policy is designed to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among young people?

  1. Startup India

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Startup India initiative aims to foster entrepreneurship and innovation among young people by providing financial support, mentorship, and other resources.

The Make in India initiative focuses on:

  1. Promoting domestic manufacturing

  2. Attracting foreign investment

  3. Creating employment opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Make in India initiative aims to promote domestic manufacturing, attract foreign investment, and create employment opportunities.

Which of the following is a major challenge in implementing the National Education Policy 2020?

  1. Lack of financial resources

  2. Resistance from teachers and educational institutions

  3. Inadequate infrastructure and facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Education Policy 2020 faces several challenges, including lack of financial resources, resistance from teachers and educational institutions, and inadequate infrastructure and facilities.

The Swachh Bharat Mission has resulted in:

  1. Improved sanitation and hygiene practices

  2. Reduced incidence of waterborne diseases

  3. Increased awareness about the importance of cleanliness

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Swachh Bharat Mission has led to improved sanitation and hygiene practices, reduced incidence of waterborne diseases, and increased awareness about the importance of cleanliness.

Which central government policy aims to promote financial inclusion and access to banking services?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

  3. Swachh Bharat Mission

  4. National Education Policy 2020


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is a financial inclusion program that aims to provide banking services to all households in India.

The National Health Mission has contributed to:

  1. Reduced infant mortality rate

  2. Improved maternal health outcomes

  3. Increased access to healthcare services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Mission has contributed to reduced infant mortality rate, improved maternal health outcomes, and increased access to healthcare services.

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