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WBPSC (West Bengal)
General Studies III

West Bengal Public Service Commission

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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 of the following is NOT a component of the National Action Plan on Climate Change?
A National Solar Mission
B National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency
C National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture
D National Mission on Urban Development
Correct Answer:  D. National Mission on Urban Development
EXPLANATION

NAPCC has 8 missions focusing on climate change, energy, agriculture, and water. Urban development is not explicitly a NAPCC mission.

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The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) aims to provide affordable housing to economically weaker sections. What was the target number of houses to be built?
A 1 crore
B 2 crore
C 50 lakh
D 3 crore
Correct Answer:  B. 2 crore
EXPLANATION

PM Awas Yojana (Urban) targets to provide 2 crore affordable houses to eligible beneficiaries by 2024.

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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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The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules were notified in which year?
A 2015
B 2017
C 2019
D 2021
Correct Answer:  B. 2017
EXPLANATION

The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 replaced the earlier 2010 rules for better conservation of wetlands.

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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Blue Economy'?
A Economy based solely on agricultural exports
B Sustainable use of ocean and marine resources for economic growth
C Manufacturing sector focused on blue products
D A monetary policy framework
Correct Answer:  B. Sustainable use of ocean and marine resources for economic growth
EXPLANATION

Blue Economy refers to sustainable use of ocean and marine resources including fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, and renewable energy.

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The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme provides direct income support to farmers. What is the annual amount per beneficiary as per 2024-25?
A Rs. 4,000
B Rs. 6,000
C Rs. 8,000
D Rs. 10,000
Correct Answer:  B. Rs. 6,000
EXPLANATION

PM-KISAN provides Rs. 6,000 per annum in three installments of Rs. 2,000 each to eligible farmers.

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West Bengal is the largest producer of which mineral in India?
A Iron ore
B Mica
C Coal
D Bauxite
Correct Answer:  C. Coal
EXPLANATION

West Bengal has significant coal reserves, particularly in the Raniganj coalfield, making it one of the major coal-producing states.

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Which of the following is the primary objective of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) launched by India?
A To achieve net-zero emissions by 2030
B To promote sustainable development while addressing climate change
C To ban all fossil fuels immediately
D To increase industrial production
Correct Answer:  B. To promote sustainable development while addressing climate change
EXPLANATION

NAPCC focuses on sustainable development and climate change mitigation through adaptation and mitigation strategies, not immediate bans or net-zero by 2030.

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