1. Which of the following is the main objective of India’s poverty alleviation programs? A) Industrial growth B) Environmental sustainability C) Reduction of poverty and improvement of living standards D) Promoting urbanization Answer: C) Reduction of poverty and improvement of…
Introduction India, with its burgeoning population and vast economic diversity, faces numerous challenges in providing equitable healthcare. A significant proportion of the Indian population remains uninsured, leading to catastrophic health expenditures. The Indian healthcare system has long been characterized by…
1. What is the primary goal of the Ayushman Bharat scheme? A) To increase the number of medical colleges B) To provide health insurance coverage to poor families C) To build new hospitals in rural areas D) To promote traditional…
Introduction Urbanization in India is progressing at an unprecedented rate. Over the past few decades, India has seen a shift from a predominantly agrarian society to one that is rapidly becoming urbanized. As of 2021, more than 34% of India's…
1. What is the primary challenge faced by Indian cities in terms of urban infrastructure? a) Lack of skilled workforce b) Overcrowding and inadequate facilities c) Lack of public transportation d) Insufficient natural resources Answer: b) Overcrowding and inadequate facilities…
Introduction: Climate change has emerged as one of the most significant global challenges in the 21st century, and its impact on agriculture is particularly profound. For a country like India, where agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, the implications…
1. What is the primary consequence of climate change on agriculture in India? a) Increased crop yields b) Decreased water availability c) Improved soil fertility d) Longer farming seasons Answer: b) Decreased water availability 2. Which region of India is…
Introduction In the contemporary global economy, supply chains are integral to the production and distribution of goods across borders. As businesses and economies become increasingly interconnected, the movement of raw materials, intermediate goods, and finished products between countries has become…
Which of the following is a key factor in India's increasing role in global supply chains? a) Low labor costs b) High domestic demand c) Geographical location d) Strong export policies Answer: a) Low labor costs India is one of…
Introduction The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing the securities and capital markets in India. Established in 1988 and given statutory powers through the SEBI Act, 1992, SEBI plays a pivotal role…
What is the primary function of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)?a) Regulation of banking institutions b) Supervision of non-banking financial companies c) Regulation of stock exchanges and securities markets d) Control of monetary policyAnswer: c) Regulation of…
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, which spread across the globe in early 2020, left a profound impact on countries’ economies, and India was no exception. The country, already facing significant socio-economic challenges, was thrust into an unprecedented economic crisis due to…
1. What was the main objective of the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan announced in May 2020? A) To boost the export sector B) To promote self-reliance in the economy C) To reduce the fiscal deficit D) To attract foreign investment Answer:…
Introduction India's foreign policy has been shaped by its historical experiences, geographical realities, and economic aspirations. Over the decades, India's diplomatic approach has evolved, particularly in the face of a rapidly changing global order. As the world becomes more interconnected…
1. Who was the first Prime Minister of India to visit the United States? a) Jawaharlal Nehru b) Indira Gandhi c) Rajiv Gandhi d) Atal Bihari Vajpayee Answer: a) Jawaharlal Nehru 2. Which policy framework has guided India’s foreign policy…
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on global public health systems, exposing both the strengths and weaknesses of healthcare infrastructures around the world. For India, with its vast population and diverse socio-economic landscape, the pandemic served as…
1. What was one of the major challenges in India’s healthcare system exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic? A) Lack of health insurance policies B) Insufficient hospital beds and ICU facilities C) Overuse of telemedicine D) Low prevalence of communicable diseases…
Introduction India, as a vibrant democracy and a fast-growing economy, requires a dynamic and forward-looking policy-making institution to address its developmental challenges. The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog, established on January 1, 2015, replaced the Planning Commission, marking…
What does NITI in NITI Aayog stand for? (A) National Institution for Transforming India (B) National Investment and Trade Initiative (C) New Innovation and Technology Initiative (D) None of the above Answer: (A) When was NITI Aayog established? (A) January…
Introduction The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, implemented on July 1, 2017, marks a significant overhaul of the indirect taxation system. Touted as a "One Nation, One Tax" system, GST subsumed multiple cascading taxes into a unified framework.…
What does GST stand for? a) Goods and Service Tax b) General Sales Tax c) Government Service Tax d) Gross Sales Tax Answer: a) Goods and Service Tax When was GST implemented in India? a) 1st July 2015 b) 1st…