Government Policies and Schemes MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Government Policies and Schemes - Download Free PDF

Explanation:

RTI Act, 2005:

• The Right to Information (RTI) was first introduced in the year 2005.
• The Act received Presidential assent on 15^th June 2005.
• The RTI Act came into force on 12^th October 2005.
• The Right to Information is a tool to find out information that can make their lives better.
• It mandates timely response to citizen requests for Government information.
• Its main objective is to empower the citizens, promote transparency and accountability.
• It aims to contain corruption and make our democracy work for the people in a real sense.
• Only individual citizens of India have the right to seek information under the provisions of the Right to Information Act, 2005.

Thus, only an individual citizen can seek information under the RTI Act, 2005.

• There are only 2 schedules in RTI Act 2005.
• Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan is the organization that was instrumental in the passage of the RTI Act.
• The first RTI application in India was submitted by Shahid Raza Burney.
• Sweden is the first country to pass the Right to Information Act.

The Correct Answer is Rs.400 to Rs.500 per month.

Key Points

• The state government of Uttar Pradesh has increased the old-age pension for people aged 60 to 79 years by Rs 100 per month.
• From 400 rupees per month, old-age pensioners will now earn 500 rupees per month.
• This was accepted in Lucknow at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Srikant Sharma, a spokesman for the State Government, told reporters that citizens over the age of 80 are now earning a monthly pension of 500 rupees, which is completely funded by the Union Government.
• The 100-rupee increase will take effect in January 2019 and will cost the government an extra 106.84 crore rupees from January to March 2019.
• About 44.21 lakh people in the state will benefit from the newly increased pension.

Additional Information

• Uttar Pradesh:
  • Capital and Largest city: Lucknow; 
  • Governor: Anandiben Patel
  • Chief Minister: Yogi Adityanath
  • Deputy Chief Ministers: Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak

The correct answer is Jeevika Health Insurance Scheme.

Key Points

• The Jeevika Health Insurance Scheme is an initiative by the Bihar government aimed at providing health insurance coverage to rural households.
• It primarily focuses on families associated with self-help groups (SHGs) under the Jeevika program.
• The scheme offers financial assistance for healthcare expenses, ensuring access to quality medical services for economically weaker sections.
• It is part of the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS) initiative, which aims to reduce healthcare-related financial burdens on rural communities.
• This scheme is an important step towards improving healthcare accessibility in rural Bihar, aligning with state-level efforts to support marginalized populations.

Additional Information

• Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS):
  • BRLPS is an autonomous body under the Bihar government, implementing the Jeevika program to promote sustainable livelihoods.
  • It works to empower rural communities through self-help groups and various socio-economic initiatives.
  • The Jeevika Health Insurance Scheme is one of its key healthcare-focused efforts.
• Self-Help Groups (SHGs):
  • SHGs are small voluntary associations of people, often women, formed to address economic and social challenges collectively.
  • Under the Jeevika program, SHGs play a critical role in accessing health insurance benefits for their members.
• Health Insurance in India:
  • Health insurance schemes like Ayushman Bharat aim to provide financial protection against medical expenses.
  • State-level schemes, such as Jeevika, complement national programs by addressing specific local needs.
• Challenges in Rural Healthcare:
  • Lack of access to quality medical facilities and financial barriers are key challenges in rural India.
  • Schemes like Jeevika address these issues by reducing the economic burden and improving healthcare accessibility.

The correct answer is JEEVIKA.

Key Points

• JEEVIKA, also known as the Bihar Rural Livelihoods Project (BRLP), is an initiative launched by the Bihar government to enhance rural development and poverty alleviation.
• This program was initiated with the support of the World Bank to empower women and promote sustainable livelihoods.
• Under JEEVIKA, Self-Help Groups (SHGs) are formed to enable women to access credit, savings, and livelihood opportunities.
• The initiative aims to strengthen rural institutions and enhance the socio-economic conditions of households in Bihar.
• JEEVIKA has significantly contributed to improving financial inclusion, agricultural productivity, and skill development in rural areas.

Additional Information

• Self-Help Groups (SHGs):
  • SHGs are small, informal groups of women formed to promote savings and credit among members and to foster collective decision-making.
  • These groups are critical in empowering women economically and socially in rural areas.
• World Bank Support:
  • The World Bank has provided financial and technical assistance to the JEEVIKA project to ensure its effective implementation.
  • This collaboration has contributed to expanding the program across multiple districts in Bihar.
• Key Focus Areas of JEEVIKA:
  • Promoting financial inclusion through access to credit and savings facilities.
  • Enhancing livelihood opportunities in agriculture, livestock, and small-scale enterprises.
  • Capacity building and skill development for rural communities.
• Impact of JEEVIKA:
  • Improved household incomes and reduced poverty in rural Bihar.
  • Strengthened women's participation in community decision-making.
  • Enhanced access to health, education, and other essential services.

The correct answer is May 29, 2021

Key Points

• The Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Bal Seva Yojana was announced by the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, on May 29, 2021.
• The scheme is aimed at providing financial assistance and other support to children who have lost one or both of their parents due to COVID-19.
• Key features of the scheme:
  • Financial assistance: Children under the age of 18 who have lost both parents due to COVID-19 will receive financial assistance of Rs. 4,000 per month. Children who have lost one parent due to COVID-19 will receive financial assistance of Rs. 2,000 per month.
  • Education: Children under the age of 18 who have lost one or both parents due to COVID-19 will be provided with free education up to class 12.
  • Medical care: Children under the age of 18 who have lost one or both parents due to COVID-19 will be provided with free medical care.
  • Other support: The scheme also provides for other support measures, such as counseling and skill development training, for children who have lost one or both parents due to COVID-19.

The correct answer is 2020-21.

Key Points

•  Swachh Bharat Mission:
  • The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is aimed to accelerate the efforts to achieve universal sanitation coverage and to put the focus on sanitation all over India.
  • The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi launched the Swachh Bharat Mission on 2nd October 2014.
  • Under the mission, all villages, Gram Panchayats, Districts, States and Union Territories in India declared themselves "open-defecation free" (ODF) by 2 October 2019, the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, by constructing over 100 million toilets in rural India. 
• Second Phase :
  • The government has launched Swachh Bharat Mission Phase 2 with a focus on plastic waste management, biodegradable solid waste management, grey water management, and faecal sludge management.
  • The mission is aimed at progressing towards target 6.2 of the Sustainable Development Goals Number 6 established by the United Nations in 2015.

Important Points 

•  Prime Minister Narendra Modi nominated the name of Pune industrialist Adar Poonawalla, as an ambassador for the Swachh Bharat mission, who comes in recognition of his major initiative towards a cleaner and greener Pune.

The correct answer is 10 years.

• Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is a savings scheme launched by the government of India.
• The scheme was launched in 2015.
• It was launched by prime minister Narendra Modi.
• Under this scheme, a special deposit account can be opened for girl children in her name by her parents in any post office or authorized branches of commercial banks.
• The maximum age of a girl eligible for opening an account in Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is 10 years.
• The initial deposit required to open an account is ₹250(initially which was ₹1000).
• The maximum deposit limit under this scheme is ₹150,000.
• Only two girl children from a family will get the benefit of Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana.

The correct answer is Odisha.

Key Points

• Khelo India University Games (2020)
  • After the resounding success of the Khelo India School Games in 2018 and the Youth Games in 2019 and 2020, for the very first time, the Khelo India University Games were held in 2020 in Odisha.
  • It was held in the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Odisha.
  • This was the largest ever competition held at the university level in India.
  • There were a total of 17 sports being held in 11 venues in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack.
  • It is organized by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports along with the Association of Indian Universities, Indian Olympic Association, and National Sports Federation. 
  • It is the largest university-level sports competition in India.
  • The winner of the Khelo India University Games 2020 was Punjab University while Savitribai Phule Pune University was the runner-up.

Additional Information

• Khelo India
  • Khelo India, which translates to ‘Let’s play India’, was proposed by the government of India in 2017 to revive India’s sporting culture by engaging with children at the grassroots level.
  • The initiative also focused on building better sporting infrastructure and academies across the country for various sports.
  • Under this movement, the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) and the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) were set up as annual events where youngsters, representing their states and universities, respectively, showcased their skills and competed for medals.

The correct answer is Ministry of Education.

Key Points

• Mid-day Meal Scheme was started in 1995 throughout India by the Ministry of Education.
• Mid-day Meal Scheme is a school meal program of the Government of India.
• The Midday Meal Scheme is now covered under the National Food Security Act, 2013.
• Objectives of the Mid Day Meal Scheme:
  • Boost student enrolment.
  • It helps to promote students' attendance.
  • Serves as an incentive not only for the children but also for the parents as it has an implicit subsidy.
  • The attraction for children who are otherwise reluctant to go to school.

The correct answer is Pradhan Mantri Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana.

• Pradhan Mantri Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme is aimed at the security of girl child in the country. 
• It was launched on 22 January 2015.
• The parents of the girl child can open the account before she attains the age of 10 years and deposit money till the child becomes 14 years old. 
• After the age of 21 years, the amount can be withdrawn by the girl child. 
• The minimum amount required to be deposited in this account every year is Rs 250 whereas the maximum investment in a year can be up to Rs 1.5 lakhs.

The correct answer is May 2016.

Key Points

• Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana was launched in May 2016.
  • Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana was launched by Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on 1 May 2016.
  • it is implemented by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas through its Oil Marketing Companies.
  • The government aims to provide LPG connections to BPL households in the country.
  • The scheme is aimed at replacing the unclean cooking fuels mostly used in rural India with clean and more efficient LPG.

Additional Information

• Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana:
  • Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is a financial inclusion program of the Government of India open to Indian citizens.
  •  This yojana aims to expand affordable access to financial services such as bank accounts, remittances, credit, insurance, and pensions.
• Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana:
  • Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana is an initiative by the Government of India in which affordable housing will be provided to the urban poor with a target of building 20 million affordable houses by 31 March 2022.
• Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana:
  • Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana is a government-backed accident insurance scheme in India.
  • It was originally mentioned in the 2015 Budget speech by Finance Minister Late Arun Jaitley in February 2015.
  • It was formally launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 May in Kolkata.

The correct answer is A small deposit scheme for the girl child.

Key Points

• Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is a savings scheme launched by the government of India.
• The scheme targeted the parents of girl children in India.
• The scheme was launched in 2015.
• It was launched by prime minister Narendra Modi.
• It was launched as a part of the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign.

The Correct Answer is Option 3 i.e Promote ease of doing business.

• The main objective of the industry base Memorandum Scheme is to promote the ease of doing business in the country.
• The memorandum may be filed by all three categories of enterprises with the District Industries Centre in the jurisdiction of which the enterprise is (or, is proposed to be) located.

The correct answer is 4.

Key Points

• The National AYUSH Mission (NAM) was launched as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme on 29 September 2014  by the Department of AYUSH, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India during the 12th five-year Plan.
• It aims to provide cost-effective and equitable AYUSH health care throughout the country by improving access to the services.
• AYUSH stands for Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy.
• The Mission has four components: 
  1. AYUSH Services: Give universal access.
  2. AYUSH Educational Institutions: Strengthen them. 
  3. Quality Control of AYUSH Drugs: Set norms and regulate them. 
  4. Medicinal Plants: Ensure their supply.

The correct option is 1 i.e., 2012.

• PM Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) was started in Uttar Pradesh in the year 2012.
• PM Gram Sadak Yojana was introduced in 2000 by the then-Prime Minister of India Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
• Mukhya Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana run by various state governments are the schemes that complement PMGSY
• The aim was to provide roads to all villages with a population of 1000 persons and above by 2003.
• The aim was also to provide roads to all villages with a population of 500 persons and above by 2007.
• Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act was passed on September 7, 2005, but it came into force on February 2, 2006.