_________ scheme launched by the Central Government plans to issue soil cards to farmers which will carry crop-wise recommendations of nutrients and fertilisers.

Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana

Integrated Child Development services (ICDS), launched in 1975 in India, is a scheme implemented by

the Ministry of Women and Child Development

National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) launched “Ganga Vriksharopan Abhiyan” in which of the following states?

Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Bihar and Chhatisgarh

Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Odisha, Jharkhand and Bihar

Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand and West Bengal.

Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.

In June 2018, how much amount the World Bank has approved for 'Atal Bhujal Yojana', an ambitious scheme of India?

None of the above/More than one of the above

In October 2017, which two ministries jointly launched ‘SAATHI’ (Sustainable and Accelerated Adoption of efficient Textile technologies to help small Industries) initiative?

Commerce and Textile Ministries

In March 2018, the Government of India extended urea subsidy to farmers till 2020. What was the aim of this initiative?

Ensuring availability of urea to all farmers irrespective of their land sizes

Ensuring supply of urea in all villages

Ensuring adequate supply of urea at statutory controlled prices

Ensuring availability of urea to all farmers irrespective of their land sizes

Ensuring better agricultural production using uninterrupted supply of urea

Bringing Green Revolution to eastern India was a sub scheme of __________.

National Mission on Agriculture Extension and Technology

National Mission for sustainable agriculture

'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to

construction of smart cities across the country

immunization of children and pregnant women

construction of smart cities across the country

India's own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space

NITI Aayog has been formed to replace which of the following institution?

Department of Telecommunications (DoT)

Department of Information Technology

By December 2019, more than 39 lakh beneficiaries were enrolled in Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana. The scheme was launched by which of the following ministries?

Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Ministry of Human Resource Development

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101.	Around 216.67 lakh farmers in which state will get ₹4,333.40 cr under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme?
A.	Uttar Pradesh
B.	Bihar
C.	Haryana
D.	Punjab
E.	Madhya Pradesh
Answer» B. Bihar

Discussion

102.	"Mann ki Baat" programme started on
A.	20 Oct 2014
B.	15 Aug 2014
C.	26 Jan 2014
D.	3 Oct 2014
Answer» E.

Discussion

103.	Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojana (PMUY) anthem was launched during the 'Ujjwala Utsav' in New Delhi on 7 February 2019. Who is the composer of the PMUY anthem?
A.	AR Rahman
B.	Kailash Kher
C.	Pritam
D.	Gulzar
E.	Anu Malik
Answer» C. Pritam

Discussion

104.	Bank of Baroda has started a new Fastag service for vehicles passing through an Electronic Toll Collection and collects toll automatically by scanning a QR code located on the wind shield. The technology used by the Bank of Baroda is?
A.	RTGs
B.	RFID
C.	SWIFT
D.	NEFT
E.	None of the above
Answer» C. SWIFT

Discussion

105.	_________ scheme launched by the Central Government plans to issue soil cards to farmers which will carry crop-wise recommendations of nutrients and fertilisers.
A.	Soil Health Card
B.	Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission
C.	Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
D.	National R-URBAN Mission
Answer» B. Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission

Discussion

106.	In July 2019, which of the following schemes was launched to accelerate water harvesting and conservation measures?
A.	Jal hi dhan hai Abhiyan
B.	Jal Bachao Abhiyan
C.	Jal Vikas Abhiyan
D.	Jal Shakti Abhiyan
Answer» E.

Discussion

107.	In Nov 2020, who has unveiled a new scheme Atma Nirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana to incentivise job creation?
A.	Narendra Modi
B.	Narendra Singh Tomar
C.	Nirmala Sitharaman
D.	Amit Shah
E.	Smriti Irani
Answer» D. Amit Shah

Discussion

108.	Government of which union Territory has launched 'Home Delivery of Public services' scheme as an attempt to climate corruption in various public dealing offices?
A.	Chandigarh
B.	Puducherry
C.	Lakshadweep
D.	Delhi
Answer» E.

Discussion

109.	________ scheme by the Central Government aims at providing affordable aviation by making domestic flight charges economically accessible for middle - class citizens of India.
A.	Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik
B.	Urja Ganga
C.	Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat
D.	Namami Ganga Yojana
Answer» B. Urja Ganga

Discussion

110.	According to the Electoral Bonds Scheme 2018, the validity of Electoral Bonds has been defined as ________.
A.	15 days
B.	45 days
C.	30 days
D.	50 days
E.	60 days
Answer» B. 45 days

Discussion

111.	In which state, around one lakh Anganwadi workers and Assistants of the state, will get the benefit of Chief Minister COVID-19 Yoddha Kalyan Yojana?
A.	Madhya Pradesh
B.	Bihar
C.	Haryana
D.	Uttar Pradesh
E.	Chhattisgarh
Answer» B. Bihar

Discussion

112.	Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act was passed in
A.	2004
B.	2005
C.	2007
D.	2010
Answer» C. 2007

Discussion

113.	In May 2020, which state has launched a scheme, Matir Smristi, to utilise 50,000 acres of barren land in six districts for income-generating activities like horticulture and pisciculture?
A.	Jharkhand
B.	Bihar
C.	Odisha
D.	West Bengal
E.	Kerala
Answer» E. Kerala

Discussion

114.	In May 2020, the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) pension scheme has been extended till which year?
A.	2021
B.	2022
C.	2023
D.	2024
E.	2025
Answer» D. 2024

Discussion

115.	Govt. announced that individual taxpayers with annual income up to ₹________ lakh will not have to pay any Income Tax.
A.	3
B.	4
C.	5
D.	6
E.	7
Answer» D. 6

Discussion

116.	In which year was the Soil Health Card Scheme launched?
A.	2013
B.	2014
C.	2015
D.	2016
E.	2017
Answer» D. 2016

Discussion

117.	How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India?1. DRDAs act as Panchayati Raj Institutions in certain specified backward regions of the country.2. DRDAs undertake an area-specific scientific study of the causes of poverty and malnutrition and prepare detailed remedial measures.3. DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and inter-departmental coordination and cooperation for the effective implementation of anti-poverty programmes.4. DRDAs watch over and ensure effective utilization of the funds intended for anti-poverty programmes.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.	1, 2 and 3 only
B.	3 and 4 only
C.	4 only
D.	1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» C. 4 only

Discussion

118.	In February 2020, the Centre has devised a 20-20 model. It is related to which of the following missions?
A.	Antyodaya Anna Yojana
B.	Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
C.	Smart City Mission
D.	Digital India Programme
E.	Janani Suraksha Yojana
Answer» D. Digital India Programme

Discussion

119.	In June 2020, which of the following states has/have been included in One Nation, One Ration Card scheme?
A.	Odisha
B.	Sikkim
C.	Mizoram
D.	Both 1 and 2
E.	All 1, 2 and 3
Answer» F.

Discussion

120.	How much additional amount has been sanctioned by Naveen Patnaik for drinking water supply projects under the Basudha scheme?
A.	250 Crore
B.	500 Crore
C.	750 Crore
D.	1000 Crore
E.	1500 Crore
Answer» E. 1500 Crore

Discussion

121.	Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin, aims to achieve "Housing for All" by:
A.	2021
B.	2024
C.	2023
D.	2022
Answer» E.

Discussion

122.	From which state was the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched?
A.	Bihar
B.	Uttar Pradesh
C.	West Bengal
D.	Jharkhand
Answer» C. West Bengal

Discussion

123.	In which year did the Madhya Pradesh Government introduce the Samadhan Online?
A.	2009
B.	2006
C.	2008
D.	2007
Answer» C. 2008

Discussion

124.	Integrated Child Development services (ICDS), launched in 1975 in India, is a scheme implemented by
A.	the Ministry of Education
B.	the Ministry of HRD
C.	the Ministry of Finance
D.	the Ministry of Women and Child Development
Answer» E.

Discussion

125.	In the year 2019-20, how many Gram Panchayats in Rajasthan are proposed to introduce the 'Zero Budget Natural Agriculture Scheme'?
A.	30
B.	36
C.	40
D.	45
Answer» C. 40

Discussion

126.	Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) is a scheme for people of what age group?
A.	65 years and above
B.	60 years and above
C.	50 years and above
D.	55 years and above
E.	45 years and above
Answer» C. 50 years and above

Discussion

127.	How much amount is being invested by the Government of India in the Pradha Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana?
A.	Rs. 20000 crore
B.	Rs. 30000 crore
C.	Rs. 40000 crore
D.	Rs. 50000 crore
Answer» E.

Discussion

128.	In January 2018, SBI planned to raise some money via BASEL-III Bonds. What is the deadline to meet the BASEL-III requirements?
A.	June 2018
B.	December 2018
C.	March 2019
D.	June 2019
Answer» D. June 2019

Discussion

129.	National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) launched “Ganga Vriksharopan Abhiyan” in which of the following states?
A.	Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Bihar and Chhatisgarh
B.	Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Odisha, Jharkhand and Bihar
C.	Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
D.	Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
E.	None of the above
Answer» E. None of the above

Discussion

130.	In June 2020, which of the following state governments has announced to start an initiative ‘Ektu Khelo Ektu Padho’ to engage students amidst COVID-19 pandemic?
A.	Kerala
B.	West Bengal
C.	Odisha
D.	Tripura
E.	Telangana
Answer» E. Telangana

Discussion

131.	In June 2018, how much amount the World Bank has approved for 'Atal Bhujal Yojana', an ambitious scheme of India?
A.	Rs.5,000 crore
B.	Rs.6,000 crore
C.	Rs.7,000 crore
D.	Rs.8,000 crore
E.	None of the above/More than one of the above
Answer» C. Rs.7,000 crore

Discussion

132.	In October 2017, which two ministries jointly launched ‘SAATHI’ (Sustainable and Accelerated Adoption of efficient Textile technologies to help small Industries) initiative?
A.	Commerce and Textile Ministries
B.	Power and Textile ministries
C.	Finance and Textile ministries
D.	No option is correct.
Answer» C. Finance and Textile ministries

Discussion

133.	In March 2018, the Government of India extended urea subsidy to farmers till 2020. What was the aim of this initiative?
A.	Ensuring supply of urea in all villages
B.	Ensuring adequate supply of urea at statutory controlled prices
C.	Ensuring availability of urea to all farmers irrespective of their land sizes
D.	Ensuring better agricultural production using uninterrupted supply of urea
Answer» C. Ensuring availability of urea to all farmers irrespective of their land sizes

Discussion

134.	In which state, the Ministry of Science and Technology has launched Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhayay Vigyan Gram Sankul Pariyojana?
A.	Uttar Pradesh
B.	Maharasthtra
C.	Uttarakhand
D.	Kerala
Answer» D. Kerala

Discussion

135.	In May 2019, the Government of India approved a new scheme which assures minimum monthly pension to all shopkeepers, retail traders and self employed persons after attaining the age of 60 years. How much is the pension amount?
A.	Rs. 5,000
B.	Rs. 3,000
C.	Rs. 7,000
D.	Rs. 10,000
Answer» C. Rs. 7,000

Discussion

136.	Haryana Government has launched a 7-Star Gram Panchayat Rainbow Scheme to give star ranking to its panchayats on the basis of Seven Social Parameters. What star ranking is given to those panchayats that make outstanding performance in improving sex ratio?
A.	Pink Star
B.	Green Star
C.	Golden Star
D.	Silver Star
Answer» B. Green Star

Discussion

137.	Centre has approved Rs 175 crores for implementation of Jal Jeevan mission in which state during 2020-21?
A.	Meghalaya
B.	Assam
C.	Tripura
D.	Sikkim
E.	Nagaland
Answer» B. Assam

Discussion

138.	Bringing Green Revolution to eastern India was a sub scheme of __________.
A.	National Mission on Agriculture Extension and Technology
B.	National Mission for sustainable agriculture
C.	Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
D.	No option is correct.
Answer» D. No option is correct.

Discussion

139.	In September 2017, Government of India approved the revamped ‘Khelo India Programme’ at a cost of Rs. 1756 crore for the period ________.
A.	2017-18 to 2019-20
B.	2017-18 to 2018-19
C.	2018-19 to 2019-20
D.	2018-19 to 2020-21
Answer» B. 2017-18 to 2018-19

Discussion

140.	'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to
A.	immunization of children and pregnant women
B.	construction of smart cities across the country
C.	India's own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
D.	New Educational Policy
Answer» B. construction of smart cities across the country

Discussion

141.	It was stated in the Union Budget 2018, that the Ujjwala Yojana, the free LPG connection scheme would be expanded to _______ crore Women.
A.	eight
B.	six
C.	two
D.	four
Answer» B. six

Discussion

142.	NITI Aayog has been formed to replace which of the following institution?
A.	Planning Commission
B.	IRDA
C.	Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
D.	Department of Information Technology
Answer» B. IRDA

Discussion

143.	In January 2020, which state has come up with a unique scheme for the welfare of divyang citizens of the state?
A.	Madhya Pradesh
B.	Karnataka
C.	Maharashtra
D.	Uttar Pradesh
E.	Kerala
Answer» E. Kerala

Discussion

144.	In November 2017, Indian Government approved setting up of ‘PradhanMantriMahila Shakti Kendras’. These will be set up in how many most backward districts of the country?
A.	100
B.	150
C.	115
D.	200
Answer» D. 200

Discussion

145.	On which date, Mukhyamantri Haat Bazaar Clinic Yojana" is launched in Chhattisgarh?
A.	2nd October, 2019
B.	24th January, 2019
C.	10th October, 2019
D.	1st December, 2019
Answer» B. 24th January, 2019

Discussion

146.	On which website can farmers get information on agricultural produce prices?
A.	FEDMARKNET
B.	AGMARKNET
C.	COMMODITIESNET
D.	AGPRODNET
Answer» C. COMMODITIESNET

Discussion

147.	By December 2019, more than 39 lakh beneficiaries were enrolled in Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana. The scheme was launched by which of the following ministries?
A.	Ministry of Finance
B.	Labour and Employment Ministry
C.	Ministry of Commerce and Industry
D.	Ministry of Human Resource Development
E.	Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer» C. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Discussion

148.	In March 2018, which state government launched the ‘Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas’ (our village, our development) programme to reach out to people in rural areas and involve them in development activities?
A.	Odisha
B.	Meghalaya
C.	West Bengal
D.	Assam
Answer» B. Meghalaya

Discussion

149.	If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste-water.2. The water requirements of coastal clues with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water.3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India.4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw ground-water will be completely reimbursed by the Government.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	1 only
B.	1 and 2 only
C.	3 and 4 only
D.	1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» C. 3 and 4 only

Discussion

150.	In October 2017, the biggest ever highway project was launched in India. It aims to develop approximately how many kilometers of roads by the year 2022?
A.	65000
B.	83000
C.	1,00,000
D.	50000
Answer» C. 1,00,000

Discussion

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Around 216.67 lakh farmers in which state will get ₹4,333.40 cr under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme?

"Mann ki Baat" programme started on

Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojana (PMUY) anthem was launched during the 'Ujjwala Utsav' in New Delhi on 7 February 2019. Who is the composer of the PMUY anthem?

Bank of Baroda has started a new Fastag service for vehicles passing through an Electronic Toll Collection and collects toll automatically by scanning a QR code located on the wind shield. The technology used by the Bank of Baroda is?

_________ scheme launched by the Central Government plans to issue soil cards to farmers which will carry crop-wise recommendations of nutrients and fertilisers.

In July 2019, which of the following schemes was launched to accelerate water harvesting and conservation measures?

In Nov 2020, who has unveiled a new scheme Atma Nirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana to incentivise job creation?

Government of which union Territory has launched 'Home Delivery of Public services' scheme as an attempt to climate corruption in various public dealing offices?

________ scheme by the Central Government aims at providing affordable aviation by making domestic flight charges economically accessible for middle - class citizens of India.

According to the Electoral Bonds Scheme 2018, the validity of Electoral Bonds has been defined as ________.

In which state, around one lakh Anganwadi workers and Assistants of the state, will get the benefit of Chief Minister COVID-19 Yoddha Kalyan Yojana?

Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act was passed in

In May 2020, which state has launched a scheme, Matir Smristi, to utilise 50,000 acres of barren land in six districts for income-generating activities like horticulture and pisciculture?

In May 2020, the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) pension scheme has been extended till which year?

Govt. announced that individual taxpayers with annual income up to ₹________ lakh will not have to pay any Income Tax.

In which year was the Soil Health Card Scheme launched?

In February 2020, the Centre has devised a 20-20 model. It is related to which of the following missions?

In June 2020, which of the following states has/have been included in One Nation, One Ration Card scheme?

How much additional amount has been sanctioned by Naveen Patnaik for drinking water supply projects under the Basudha scheme?

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin, aims to achieve "Housing for All" by:

From which state was the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched?

In which year did the Madhya Pradesh Government introduce the Samadhan Online?

Integrated Child Development services (ICDS), launched in 1975 in India, is a scheme implemented by

In the year 2019-20, how many Gram Panchayats in Rajasthan are proposed to introduce the 'Zero Budget Natural Agriculture Scheme'?

Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) is a scheme for people of what age group?

How much amount is being invested by the Government of India in the Pradha Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana?

In January 2018, SBI planned to raise some money via BASEL-III Bonds. What is the deadline to meet the BASEL-III requirements?

National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) launched “Ganga Vriksharopan Abhiyan” in which of the following states?

In June 2020, which of the following state governments has announced to start an initiative ‘Ektu Khelo Ektu Padho’ to engage students amidst COVID-19 pandemic?

In June 2018, how much amount the World Bank has approved for 'Atal Bhujal Yojana', an ambitious scheme of India?

In October 2017, which two ministries jointly launched ‘SAATHI’ (Sustainable and Accelerated Adoption of efficient Textile technologies to help small Industries) initiative?

In March 2018, the Government of India extended urea subsidy to farmers till 2020. What was the aim of this initiative?

In which state, the Ministry of Science and Technology has launched Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhayay Vigyan Gram Sankul Pariyojana?

In May 2019, the Government of India approved a new scheme which assures minimum monthly pension to all shopkeepers, retail traders and self employed persons after attaining the age of 60 years. How much is the pension amount?

Haryana Government has launched a 7-Star Gram Panchayat Rainbow Scheme to give star ranking to its panchayats on the basis of Seven Social Parameters. What star ranking is given to those panchayats that make outstanding performance in improving sex ratio?

Centre has approved Rs 175 crores for implementation of Jal Jeevan mission in which state during 2020-21?

Bringing Green Revolution to eastern India was a sub scheme of __________.

In September 2017, Government of India approved the revamped ‘Khelo India Programme’ at a cost of Rs. 1756 crore for the period ________.

'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to

It was stated in the Union Budget 2018, that the Ujjwala Yojana, the free LPG connection scheme would be expanded to _______ crore Women.

NITI Aayog has been formed to replace which of the following institution?

In January 2020, which state has come up with a unique scheme for the welfare of divyang citizens of the state?

In November 2017, Indian Government approved setting up of ‘PradhanMantriMahila Shakti Kendras’. These will be set up in how many most backward districts of the country?

On which date, Mukhyamantri Haat Bazaar Clinic Yojana" is launched in Chhattisgarh?

On which website can farmers get information on agricultural produce prices?

By December 2019, more than 39 lakh beneficiaries were enrolled in Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana. The scheme was launched by which of the following ministries?

In March 2018, which state government launched the ‘Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas’ (our village, our development) programme to reach out to people in rural areas and involve them in development activities?

In October 2017, the biggest ever highway project was launched in India. It aims to develop approximately how many kilometers of roads by the year 2022?