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This section includes 2956 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your UPSC IAS Exam knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 2351. |
Which of the following statements are true about "Mission Indradhanush"?1. It aims to vaccinate all the children by 2025.2. It covers against seven vaccine preventable diseases.3. The campaign is part of the Universal Immunization Program.4. It is being implemented under the National HealthMission across the country. |
| A. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» D. All of the above | |
| 2352. |
Which of the following is/are true? (1) Quality Council of India is a government agency. (2) It has been tasked to substantiate Open Defecation Free (ODF) claims of Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban). |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 2353. |
Which of the following is true regarding Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana? (I) Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana is a government-run health insurance scheme for the Indian poor. (II) The scheme aims to provide health insurance coverage to the unrecognized sector workers belonging to the BPL category and their family members shall be beneficiaries under this scheme. Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I and II |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2354. |
Consider the following statements about Mission Indradhanush 1. It aims to immunize all children against eight diseases. 2. It will achieve its goal by 2025 Which of the above statements is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2355. |
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana is associated with which one of the following? |
| A. | Housing for all |
| B. | Transportation |
| C. | Heritage conservation |
| D. | Electrical supply |
| Answer» B. Transportation | |
| 2356. |
The objective of which company is to identify port led development projects under Sagarmala? |
| A. | Sagarmala Port Trust Authority |
| B. | Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust Authority |
| C. | Sagarmala Development Company |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2357. |
Which of the following statement is incorrect in Jawahar Rozgar Yogna?(I) Jawahar Rozgar Yojana (JRY) was launched on April 1, 1989 by merging National Rural Employment Guarantee Act and Rural Landless Employment Guarantee Programme(II) This program was launched by Indira Gandhi in the year 1989.(III) Providing employment within 90-100 days, per person particularly in backward classes.(VI) People below Poverty Line were main targets.The Yojna was implemented on rural scale. Every village was to be covered through Panchayati Raj Institutions.Which among the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | I, IV and III |
| D. | Both I and II |
| Answer» C. I, IV and III | |
| 2358. |
Consider the following(I) Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) is a Government of India sponsored scheme to provide highly subsidised food to millions of the poorest families. It was launched by the [NDA] government on 25 December 2000 and first implemented in the Indian state of Rajasthan.(II) Once a family has been recognized as eligible for the AAY, they are to be given a unique "Antyodaya Ration Card." This card, also called the PDS yellow card.Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I and II |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2359. |
Consider the following (I) The Accelerated Rural Water Supply Programme (ARWSP) was introduced in 1972-73 by the Government of India to assist the States and Union Territories (UTs) to accelerate the pace of coverage of drinking water supply. (II) These areas are characterized by large human and cattle populations which are continuously putting heavy pressure on the already fragile natural resources base for food, fodder and fuel. Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I and II |
| D. | None of the Above |
| Answer» B. Only II | |
| 2360. |
Rashtriya Gokul mission is associated with which of the following terms? (i) Bovine breeding (ii) Plant Breeding (iii) Cattle Breeding (iv) None of the above Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | i and ii |
| B. | i, ii and iii |
| C. | i and iii |
| D. | ii and iii |
| Answer» D. ii and iii | |
| 2361. |
Consider the following statement (I) The Community Development Program was launched in order to provide a substantial increase in the country's agricultural programme, and for improvements in systems of communication, in rural health and hygiene, and in rural education. (II) To initiate and direct a process of integrated culture change aimed at transforming the social and economic life of villagers. Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I and II |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» D. None of the above. | |
| 2362. |
India will man facture Kamov 226 helicopter under 'Make In India' program jointly with |
| A. | France |
| B. | Russia |
| C. | United States |
| D. | Israel |
| Answer» C. United States | |
| 2363. |
PMKVY was for 2015-2016. PMKVY 2.0 is from |
| A. | 2016-2020 |
| B. | 2016-2018 |
| C. | 1016-2017 |
| D. | 2016-2021 |
| Answer» B. 2016-2018 | |
| 2364. |
Approximately how many online services have been launched by various state governments and the centre during Digital India Week? |
| A. | 200 |
| B. | 125 |
| C. | Less than 50 |
| D. | Over 250 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2365. |
Which is the first NE state to join UDAY scheme? |
| A. | Mizoram |
| B. | Manipur |
| C. | Tripura |
| D. | Nagaland |
| Answer» C. Tripura | |
| 2366. |
India's first open defecation free city is |
| A. | Mysuru |
| B. | Noida |
| C. | Bengaluru |
| D. | Pune |
| Answer» B. Noida | |
| 2367. |
Giving a boost to Ganga Rejuvenation efforts, NGRBA has decided to approve projects worth INR 2446 crore. What does NGRBA stand for? |
| A. | National Ganga River Basin Authority |
| B. | National Ganges River Basin Association |
| C. | National Ganges River Basin Authority |
| D. | National Ganga River Basin Association. |
| Answer» B. National Ganges River Basin Association | |
| 2368. |
Center has approved INR 370 crore for ongoing rejuvenation programme for the River Ganga in which cities? |
| A. | Haridwar |
| B. | Varanasi |
| C. | Both of the above |
| D. | Neither of the above |
| Answer» D. Neither of the above | |
| 2369. |
Which among the following is not listed in the smart ganga city scheme |
| A. | Haridwar |
| B. | Rishikesh |
| C. | Mathura |
| D. | Delhi |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2370. |
Which state has joined the UDAY scheme after inking a MoU with the Central Government? |
| A. | Rajasthan |
| B. | Bihar |
| C. | Gujarat |
| D. | Chattisgarh |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2371. |
Andhra Pradesh and Centre have signed a pact on which scheme/mission on 25th June 2016? |
| A. | Bharat Nirman |
| B. | Smart City |
| C. | Swachch Bharat Abhiyan |
| D. | UDAY |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2372. |
When was Intensive Agricultural Development Program launched? |
| A. | 1942 |
| B. | 1953 |
| C. | 1960 |
| D. | 1961 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2373. |
Union Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched which yojana to boost the ecosystem of entrepreneurship among youth? |
| A. | Pradhan Mantri Jivan Yojana |
| B. | Pradhan Mantri Bima Yojana |
| C. | Pradhan Mantri Yuva Yojana |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2374. |
The government has set a target of achieving 100 per cent literacy in villages. It is adopted under the |
| A. | Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan |
| B. | Integrated Rural Development Program |
| C. | Digital India Program |
| D. | Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2375. |
India's National Mission for Financial Inclusion to ensure access to financial services, namely Banking Savings & Deposit Accounts, Remittance, Credit, Insurance, Pension in an affordable manner. The statement provided lies under which of the following schemes? |
| A. | Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana |
| B. | Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana |
| C. | Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana |
| D. | Atal Pension Yojana |
| Answer» B. Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana | |
| 2376. |
What is the full form of the given acronym REC? |
| A. | Rural Electrification Corporation |
| B. | Rural Economy Corporation |
| C. | Regional Economy Corporation |
| D. | Regional Electrification Corporation |
| Answer» B. Rural Economy Corporation | |
| 2377. |
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sinchai Yojana deals with which of the following? |
| A. | Agriculture |
| B. | Electricity |
| C. | Medical |
| D. | Education |
| Answer» B. Electricity | |
| 2378. |
What are the sectors with 100% FDI? I. Agriculture II. Advertising III. Air transport service IV. Drugs and pharmaceuticals |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | II & IV |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2379. |
Are the statements given below the subset of the third category of FDI? I. It consists of sectors where automatic approval is granted for FDI (often foreign equity participation less than 100 per cent) II. It consists of sectors where prior approval from the Foreign Investment Approval Board (FIPB) is required |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I & II |
| D. | Neither I & II |
| Answer» D. Neither I & II | |
| 2380. |
Which statement is correct regarding FDI? I. FDI is a non-debt capital flow, is a leading source of external financing, especially for the developing economies. II. It not only brings in capital and technical know- how but also increases the competitiveness of the economy. III. Overall it supplements domestic investment, much required for sustaining the high growth rate of the country. IV. Since 2000, significant changes have been made in the FDI policy regime by the government to ensure that India becomes an increasingly attractive and investor-friendly destination. |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | II & III |
| C. | Only IV |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2381. |
Match the area with the state where there are EPIPs in India: Column I Column III.Rajasthana.AmingaonII.Maharashtrab.SitapuraIII.Keralac.AmbarnathIV.Assamd.Kakkinad |
| A. | I - b, II - c, III - d, IV - a |
| B. | I - a, II - c, III - d, IV - b |
| C. | I - d, II - c, III - b, IV - a |
| D. | I - c, II - b, III - a, IV - d |
| Answer» B. I - a, II - c, III - d, IV - b | |
| 2382. |
Which statement is correct regarding EPIP? I. EPIP was introduced in 1996 II. It is sponsored by centre III. It provides 80% grant to the state |
| A. | II & III |
| B. | Only I |
| C. | I & II |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» B. Only I | |
| 2383. |
Which statement is correct regarding Export houses? I. To increases the marketable efficiency of exporters, the Government introduced the concept of export houses, trading houses and star trading houses. II. Those registered exporters who have shown good export performances over past few years have been given the status of export houses, and trading houses. III. Units having such classification are required to achieve the prescribed average export performance level and earning of foreign exchange. |
| A. | Only III |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2384. |
Which statement is correct regarding export oriented units? I. Since 1981, the Government introduced a complementary plan of EPZ (Now converted into SEZ) scheme for promoting export units. II. Under this scheme the Government provides various incentives to increases the production capacity of these units so as to increase exports of the country. III. This scheme offers a wider source of raw materials, hinterland facilities, availability of technological skills, existence of an industrial base and the need for a larger area of land for the project. |
| A. | Only III |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2385. |
Match the States with their cities where there are EPZs in India: States CityI.Gujarata.NoidaII.West Bengalb.KandiaIII.U.P Westc.Faeta (it is a placein Bengal which is mentioned in the chapter) |
| A. | I - b, II - c, III - a |
| B. | I - a, II - c, III - b |
| C. | I - b, II - a, III - c |
| D. | I - c, II - b, III - a |
| Answer» B. I - a, II - c, III - b | |
| 2386. |
Consider the following statements: I. These zones were created to develop such an environment in the economy which may provide capability of facing international competition. II. The Export Processing Zone (EPZs) set up as enclaves, separated from the Domestic Tariff Area by fiscal barriers, were intended to provide a competitive duty free environment for export production III. There are total 10 EPZs in our country Which statement is/are correct regarding export processing zone? |
| A. | Only III |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» C. II & III | |
| 2387. |
Consider the following statements: I. Agriculture, horticulture, poultry, fisheries and dairying have been included in export-oriented units. II. Export processing zone units have also been allowed to export through trading and star trading houses and can have equipment on lease. Which of the following statements are true regarding Export Units: |
| A. | Only II |
| B. | Only I |
| C. | Both I & II |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2388. |
Which points are correct regarding SEZ act? I. Exemption to SEZ developer and units from Minimum Alternate Tax. II. Constitution of an authority for each SEZ with a view to providing greater administrative, financial and functional autonomy to these zones. III. Establishment of designated courts and a single enforcement agency to ensure speedy trial and investigation of offences committed in SEZs. |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2389. |
What are the objectives of SEZ act? I. Generation of additional economic activity. II. Promotion of exports of goods & services. III. Promotion of investment from domestic and foreign sources. IV. Creation of employment opportunities |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | II & IV |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2390. |
Which statement is not correct according to MEIS? I. Agricultural and village industry products to be supported across the globe at rates of 3 % and 5 % under MEIS. II. Higher level of support to be provided to processed and packaged agricultural and food items under MEIS. |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Both I & II |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2391. |
Which is the correct statement according to FTP 15 - 20? I. FTP 2015-20 introduces two new schemes, namely "Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS)" and "Services Exports from India Scheme (SEIS)" II. These schemes (MEIS and SEIS) replace multiple schemes earlier in place, each with different conditions for eligibility and usage. III. Incentives (MEIS & SEIS) to be available for SEZs also e-Commerce of handicrafts, handlooms, books etc., eligible for benefits of MEIS. IV. FTP benefits from both MEIS & SEIS will be extended to units located in SEZs. |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | II & IV |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2392. |
What are the key features of trade policy? I. India to be made a significant participant in world trade by 2025 II. Merchandize exports from India (MEIS) to promote specific services for specific Markets Foreign Trade Policy III. FTP would reduce export obligations by 50% and give boost to domestic manufacturing |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» C. II & III | |
| 2393. |
What was the main reason of introducing trade reforms in 1991? I. Make exports competitive II. Unshackle foreign trade from the clutches of a control regime III. Allow import of most goods using only tariff as a restraint |
| A. | I & II |
| B. | Only II |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2394. |
Choose the correct sentence regarding the trade policy: I. Mahalanobis strategy adopted during the First plan II. Export increased at an average rate of 29 per cent per annum in dollar terms between 1986 and 1990 III. A combination of factors such as bad policy, weak government and external factors led to the decline of this performance to nine per cent in 1990-91 and 4 per cent in the subsequent years. |
| A. | Only III |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» B. I & II | |
| 2395. |
Which of the below statements are correct regarding exchange trade? I. The value of rupee was managed by the state bank II. The strict foreign exchange controls also encouraged hawala trade III. India followed a strongly inward looking policy, laying stress on import substitution |
| A. | Only I |
| B. | Both II & III |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» C. Only III | |
| 2396. |
Which of the following is not one of the features of the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) being set up for promoting exports? |
| A. | The SEZ area will be treated as foreign territory for trade operations, duties and tariff. |
| B. | No licence is required for import into the zone. |
| C. | Foreign workers will be allowed free entry without visa restrictions. |
| D. | There will be no routine examination by customs authorities of import/export cargo. |
| Answer» D. There will be no routine examination by customs authorities of import/export cargo. | |
| 2397. |
What are the factors on which import substitution strategy was based on? I. Non price II. Physical interventionist policies like licensing. Quotas and other physical restrictions on imports |
| A. | only II |
| B. | Only I |
| C. | Both I & II |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» D. None of the above | |
| 2398. |
What conditions are correct that came with the medium term loan given by IMF to India for restructuring of the economy? I. Government expenditure to be cut by 20% per annum II. Devaluation of rupee by 22%. III. Excise duty to be increased by 40% .Q IV. Custom duty to be cut drastically from the peak of 130% to 30% |
| A. | II & IV |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | III & IV |
| D. | Only II |
| Answer» B. I & II | |
| 2399. |
Which statement is incorrect regarding India's balance of payment?I. 1994-95 was the year of the acute BOP crisis in India.II. India then had foreign exchange reserve of mere 3 billion dollarIII. This crisis led to the massive changes in the country's economic policy, popularly known as the Structural Adjustment Program or New Economic Policy (NEP) regime, focusing on liberalization and global ization of the economy. |
| A. | I & III |
| B. | I & II |
| C. | Only III |
| D. | Only I |
| Answer» C. Only III | |
| 2400. |
Which statement is correct regarding balance of payment crises? I. If international reserves of a country are not enough to balance a combined deficit in current and capital account on a sustained basis, then the phenomenon is called a BoP crisis. II. It can be tackled by exporting more or by limiting imports through tariffs, quotas, etc. Contractionary fiscal and monetary policies can also tackle the crisis through lower import demand with fall in average income levels. III. Another short term solution is currency devaluation which encourages exports and discourages costlier imports. |
| A. | Both I & II |
| B. | Only I |
| C. | II & III |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |