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General Studies III

West Bengal Public Service Commission

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Which of the following is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?
A Providing direct income support to all landholding farmers
B Subsidizing fertilizer costs for organic farming
C Establishing agricultural cooperative societies
D Promoting agricultural exports
Correct Answer:  A. Providing direct income support to all landholding farmers
EXPLANATION

PM-KISAN provides direct income support of ₹6,000 annually in three installments to all landholding farmers across India.

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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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Analyze the role of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in financial inclusion:
Which statement BEST describes its primary impact?
A It only provides life insurance coverage
B It enables access to banking services, credit, and insurance for unbanked populations
C It replaces all other government welfare schemes
D It provides government employment
Correct Answer:  B. It enables access to banking services, credit, and insurance for unbanked populations
EXPLANATION

PMJDY is a comprehensive financial inclusion program providing zero-balance accounts, overdraft facility, life and accident insurance.

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The recently updated Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 classify wetlands into which categories?
A Only inland and coastal
B Ramsar sites and non-Ramsar sites
C Based on size, type, and ecological value
D Only Ramsar sites
Correct Answer:  B. Ramsar sites and non-Ramsar sites
EXPLANATION

The 2017 Rules classify wetlands as Ramsar sites and non-Ramsar sites, with different protection standards for each category.

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The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach in agriculture avoids heavy pesticide use. Which is a key component of IPM?
A Exclusive use of chemical pesticides
B Use of bio-pesticides, crop rotation, and natural predators alongside minimal chemical use
C Complete elimination of all pest control measures
D Monoculture farming to reduce pest diversity
Correct Answer:  B. Use of bio-pesticides, crop rotation, and natural predators alongside minimal chemical use
EXPLANATION

IPM integrates multiple pest control methods including biological control, cultural practices, and selective chemical use to reduce environmental impact.

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Which of the following statements about the National Livelihood Mission (NLM) is INCORRECT?
A It operates under the Ministry of Rural Development
B It provides skill training and self-employment support
C It focuses exclusively on urban areas
D It has both rural and urban components
Correct Answer:  C. It focuses exclusively on urban areas
EXPLANATION

NLM has both Aajeevika (rural) and NULM (urban) components. It operates in both rural and urban areas, not exclusively urban.

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The National Nutrition Mission (POSHAN Abhiyaan) focuses on reducing stunting in children. In which age group is stunting reduction the primary objective?
A 0-5 years
B 5-10 years
C 0-6 years
D 6-12 years
Correct Answer:  C. 0-6 years
EXPLANATION

POSHAN Abhiyaan focuses on the 0-6 years age group as this is the critical window for nutritional interventions and preventing stunting.

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Which scheme provides income support to landless agricultural workers in India?
A PM-KISAN
B MGNREGA
C Pradhan Mantri Khanij Shram Kalyan Yojana
D National Career Service Scheme
Correct Answer:  B. MGNREGA
EXPLANATION

MGNREGA guarantees 100 days of wage employment to landless agricultural workers and rural poor. PM-KISAN requires land ownership.

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Consider the following about India's Circular Economy Initiative:
1. It aims to reduce waste generation
2. It focuses only on industrial sectors
3. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a key principle
Identify the correct statement(s):
A Only 1 and 3
B Only 1
C All three
D Only 2 and 3
Correct Answer:  A. Only 1 and 3
EXPLANATION

Circular economy aims to reduce waste and EPR is a key principle. However, it applies across sectors—agriculture, manufacturing, services—not just industry.

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