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GPSC (Gujarat)

Gujarat Public Service Commission

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What is the primary objective of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II?
A Achieving 100% open defecation free status
B Sustaining ODF status and building community awareness for solid waste management
C Building public toilets exclusively
D Imposing penalties on non-compliance
Correct Answer:  B. Sustaining ODF status and building community awareness for solid waste management
EXPLANATION

SBM-G Phase II (2020-2025) focuses on sustaining ODF behavior, solid waste management, and wastewater management at community level.

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Which ministry oversees the implementation of the National Mission for Clean Ganga?
A Ministry of Water Resources
B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
C Ministry of Jal Shakti
D Ministry of Urban Development
Correct Answer:  B. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
EXPLANATION

Namami Gange is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in coordination with other agencies and state governments.

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Under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), what is the primary objective regarding water resources?
A To provide minimum support price to farmers
B To ensure water availability and efficient water use in agriculture
C To promote organic farming practices
D To distribute fertilizers at subsidized rates
Correct Answer:  B. To ensure water availability and efficient water use in agriculture
EXPLANATION

PMKSY aims to enhance irrigation coverage and promote water-use efficiency through 'Har Khet Ko Pani' and micro-irrigation schemes.

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What is the primary focus of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMSY)?
A Inland fish production only
B Integrated development of fisheries sector with modern technology and infrastructure
C Export promotion of frozen fish
D Traditional fishing method preservation
Correct Answer:  B. Integrated development of fisheries sector with modern technology and infrastructure
EXPLANATION

PMSY (2020) focuses on sustainable and responsible development of both inland and marine fisheries with modern infrastructure, technology, and market linkages.

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Which river pollution control initiative was launched specifically for the Ganga and its tributaries?
A National River Conservation Plan (NRCP)
B Ganga Action Plan Phase II
C Namami Gange Programme
D Integrated River Basin Management Scheme
Correct Answer:  C. Namami Gange Programme
EXPLANATION

Namami Gange, launched in 2014, is a comprehensive programme to control pollution and rejuvenate the Ganga River and its tributaries.

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As per the latest India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, what is the approximate forest cover of India?
A 20.5% of total geographical area
B 24.62% of total geographical area
C 31.5% of total geographical area
D 18.2% of total geographical area
Correct Answer:  B. 24.62% of total geographical area
EXPLANATION

ISFR 2023 reports India's forest cover at approximately 24.62% of its total geographical area, with tree cover adding about 3.05%.

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The Statue of Unity, located in Gujarat, commemorates which historical figure?
A Mahatma Gandhi
B Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
C Jawaharlal Nehru
D Dr. Ambedkar
Correct Answer:  B. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
EXPLANATION

The Statue of Unity in Kevadia honors Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, and is the world's tallest statue at 182 meters.

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The Narmada Valley Development Authority (NVDA) is primarily responsible for which of the following in Gujarat?
A Water resource management and irrigation projects
B Forest conservation only
C Agricultural subsidies distribution
D Urban development in Ahmedabad
Correct Answer:  A. Water resource management and irrigation projects
EXPLANATION

NVDA manages water resources, irrigation, and hydroelectric projects in the Narmada Valley region spanning multiple states including Gujarat.

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Which state in India has the longest coastline and is home to the Kandla Port, one of the oldest ports in the country?
A Gujarat
B Maharashtra
C Tamil Nadu
D Kerala
Correct Answer:  A. Gujarat
EXPLANATION

Gujarat has the longest coastline among Indian states (approximately 1,600 km) and Kandla Port is located in the Gulf of Kutch, making it historically significant for trade.

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The Gujarat Social Entrepreneurship Fund was launched to support startups in which primary sector?
A Technology startups only
B Social welfare and sustainable development ventures
C Real estate development
D Financial services
Correct Answer:  B. Social welfare and sustainable development ventures
EXPLANATION

The fund prioritizes social enterprises addressing community needs and sustainable development goals.

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