Indian History MCQs 85 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

41. With reference to the Namami Gange Programme, consider the following statements:

1. It is a flagship initiative to clean the Ganga River.
2. It includes both pollution control and river rejuvenation measures.
3. It is funded entirely by international organizations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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42. Consider the following statements regarding the Startup India initiative:

1. It aims to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
2. It provides tax benefits and funding support for startups.
3. It mandates that all startups must be registered under the Companies Act, 2013.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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43. With reference to the Digital India initiative (2015), consider the following statements:

1. It aims to improve digital infrastructure and internet access in India.
2. It includes programs like Aadhaar, e-Governance, and digital payments.
3. It mandates that all government services must be provided only in digital format.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

 

44. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY):

1. It aims to provide universal access to banking services.
2. It offers an overdraft facility to account holders.
3. It is applicable only to rural populations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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45. With reference to the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme, consider the following statements:

1. It aims to address declining child sex ratios in India.
2. It focuses only on education for the girl child.
3. It is jointly implemented by three ministries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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46. Consider the following statements regarding the Ayushman Bharat scheme:

1. It provides health insurance coverage for economically weaker sections.
2. It aims to set up Health and Wellness Centers across India.
3. It covers secondary and tertiary healthcare expenses.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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47. With reference to the Atal Pension Yojana, consider the following statements:

1. It is aimed at workers in the unorganized sector.
2. The government guarantees a fixed pension after retirement.
3. It is linked to the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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48. Consider the following statements regarding the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013:

1. It legally guarantees subsidized food grains to eligible households.
2. The Act covers up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population.
3. It replaces the Public Distribution System (PDS).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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49. Consider the following statements regarding the MGNREGA scheme:

1. It guarantees 100 days of wage employment to rural households.
2. It covers both skilled and unskilled labor.
3. The wages under the scheme are linked to inflation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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50. With reference to the Right to Information (RTI) Act, consider the following statements:

1. It allows citizens to access information from government bodies.
2. It applies to political parties as well.
3. It mandates that authorities respond to RTI queries within 30 days.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3