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WBPSC (West Bengal)
General Studies III

West Bengal Public Service Commission

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Considering sustainable agriculture and rural development, which of the following best represents the integrated approach of modern Indian agricultural policy?
A Maximum production without considering environmental impact
B Subsidy-based support only
C Integration of productivity, sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation
D Complete elimination of chemical fertilizers
Correct Answer:  C. Integration of productivity, sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation
EXPLANATION

Modern agricultural policy focuses on balancing productivity with sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation through integrated approaches.

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The National Forest Policy 1988 aims to maintain what percentage of forest cover in India?
A 25%
B 33%
C 45%
D 50%
Correct Answer:  B. 33%
EXPLANATION

The National Forest Policy 1988 aims to maintain 33% forest cover across India for ecological stability.

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Which of the following is a major challenge in implementing environmental regulations in West Bengal?
A Lack of population density
B Balancing industrial growth with environmental protection in densely populated areas
C Excess of water resources
D Over-implementation of regulations
Correct Answer:  B. Balancing industrial growth with environmental protection in densely populated areas
EXPLANATION

West Bengal faces the challenge of maintaining industrial growth while protecting environment in its densely populated regions.

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The National Disaster Management Act was enacted in which year?
A 2003
B 2005
C 2007
D 2009
Correct Answer:  B. 2005
EXPLANATION

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 provides the legal framework for disaster management in India.

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Analyze the relationship between poverty reduction and various government schemes:
If a household benefits from PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat, and NREGA simultaneously, which of the following outcomes is MOST LIKELY?
A Income support alone will eliminate poverty
B Combination of income, health, and employment support can reduce multidimensional poverty
C Health scheme is sufficient for poverty reduction
D Employment alone guarantees poverty elimination
Correct Answer:  B. Combination of income, health, and employment support can reduce multidimensional poverty
EXPLANATION

Poverty reduction is multidimensional; combination of income support (PM-KISAN), healthcare (Ayushman Bharat), and employment (NREGA) addresses multiple dimensions.

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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 Swachh Bharat Mission has two components: Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin) and Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban. What is the primary focus of the rural component?
A Construction of community centers
B Elimination of open defecation and solid waste management
C Development of smart cities
D Industrial waste treatment
Correct Answer:  B. Elimination of open defecation and solid waste management
EXPLANATION

The rural component of Swachh Bharat focuses on eliminating open defecation through toilet construction and solid waste management.

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Which of the following schemes is specifically designed for skill development of rural youth in India?
A Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
B Skill India Mission
C Pradhan Mantri Yuva Yojana
D Both A and B
Correct Answer:  D. Both A and B
EXPLANATION

Both PMKVY and Skill India Mission are major government initiatives for skill development across India including rural areas.

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The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide tap water connections to all rural households by which year?
A 2023
B 2024
C 2025
D 2026
Correct Answer:  B. 2024
EXPLANATION

Jal Jeevan Mission targeted to provide functional household tap water connections (Har Ghar Jal) by 2024.

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Consider the following statements about India's renewable energy capacity:
1. India ranks 4th globally in renewable energy capacity
2. Solar energy is the fastest growing renewable sector in India
3. India aims to achieve 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030
Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A Only 1
B 1 and 2
C 2 and 3
D All of the above
Correct Answer:  C. 2 and 3
EXPLANATION

India ranks 4th in total renewable capacity but aims for 500 GW by 2030. Solar is indeed the fastest growing renewable sector in India.

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