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The Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) provides cash transfer to pregnant women. What is the approximate total amount provided under this scheme?
A ₹5,000
B ₹6,000
C ₹10,000
D ₹15,000
Correct Answer:  B. ₹6,000
EXPLANATION

PMMVY provides ₹6,000 in three installments to pregnant and lactating mothers to improve nutrition and reduce maternal mortality.

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Which environmental standard specifies ambient air quality criteria for Indian cities?
A National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)
B Indian Standards for Air Pollution Control
C Ministry of Environment Pollution Index
D Central Pollution Board Air Guidelines
Correct Answer:  A. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)
EXPLANATION

NAAQS sets permissible concentration limits for various air pollutants in ambient air across different zones in India.

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Which environmental regulation specifically addresses the management of Electronic Waste (e-waste) in India?
A Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules
B Plastic Waste Management Rules
C E-Waste Management Rules
D Hazardous Waste Management Rules
Correct Answer:  C. E-Waste Management Rules
EXPLANATION

India has separate E-Waste Management Rules (updated 2016) that regulate collection, segregation, and recycling of electronic waste.

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The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) targets construction of how many houses by 2024?
A 1 crore houses
B 50 lakh houses
C 20 lakh houses
D 5 lakh houses
Correct Answer:  C. 20 lakh houses
EXPLANATION

PM Awas Yojana (Urban) aims to construct 20 lakh affordable houses for EWS and LIG categories in urban areas by 2024.

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The PM-KISAN scheme provides income support to which category of farmers?
A Only marginal and small farmers
B All farmers with landholding up to 2 hectares
C Only agricultural laborers
D Farmers with annual income below a certain threshold
Correct Answer:  B. All farmers with landholding up to 2 hectares
EXPLANATION

PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 annual support to all farmers with landholding up to 2 hectares, regardless of other income sources.

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The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) primarily focuses on which aspect of agriculture?
A Organic farming promotion
B Irrigation efficiency and water management
C Agricultural export subsidies
D Pesticide regulation
Correct Answer:  B. Irrigation efficiency and water management
EXPLANATION

PMKSY aims to improve irrigation efficiency, reduce water wastage, and ensure 'Per Drop More Crop' through modern irrigation techniques.

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Which river is the primary source of water supply for Kolkata and the surrounding areas in West Bengal?
A Brahmaputra
B Ganges (Ganga)
C Teesta
D Meghna
Correct Answer:  B. Ganges (Ganga)
EXPLANATION

The Ganges (Ganga) River is the primary source of water for Kolkata and the surrounding regions in West Bengal.

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The Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) provides health coverage up to which amount per family per year?
A Rs. 3 lakh
B Rs. 5 lakh
C Rs. 7 lakh
D Rs. 10 lakh
Correct Answer:  B. Rs. 5 lakh
EXPLANATION

PM-JAY provides cashless health coverage up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per annum for secondary and tertiary care.

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Which forest in West Bengal is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Sundarbans
B Darjeeling Himalayan forest
C Buxa Tiger Reserve
D Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary
Correct Answer:  A. Sundarbans
EXPLANATION

The Sundarbans in West Bengal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its mangrove forests and Bengal tigers.

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Under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA), what is the minimum number of days of employment guaranteed per household per financial year?
A 80 days
B 100 days
C 120 days
D 150 days
Correct Answer:  B. 100 days
EXPLANATION

NREGA guarantees 100 days of paid employment per household per financial year in rural areas.

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