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Q.31 Hard General Studies III

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):

AOnly 1 and 3

BOnly 1

CAll three

DOnly 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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Q.32 Medium General Studies III

Which scheme provides income support to landless agricultural workers in India?

APM-KISAN

BMGNREGA

CPradhan Mantri Khanij Shram Kalyan Yojana

DNational 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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Q.33 Medium General Studies III

The National Nutrition Mission (POSHAN Abhiyaan) focuses on reducing stunting in children. In which age group is stunting reduction the primary objective?

A0-5 years

B5-10 years

C0-6 years

D6-12 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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Q.34 Medium General Studies III

Which of the following statements about the National Livelihood Mission (NLM) is INCORRECT?

AIt operates under the Ministry of Rural Development

BIt provides skill training and self-employment support

CIt focuses exclusively on urban areas

DIt 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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Q.35 Medium General Studies III

The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach in agriculture avoids heavy pesticide use. Which is a key component of IPM?

AExclusive use of chemical pesticides

BUse of bio-pesticides, crop rotation, and natural predators alongside minimal chemical use

CComplete elimination of all pest control measures

DMonoculture 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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Q.36 Hard General Studies III

The recently updated Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 classify wetlands into which categories?

AOnly inland and coastal

BRamsar sites and non-Ramsar sites

CBased on size, type, and ecological value

DOnly 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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Q.37 Hard General Studies III

Analyze the role of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in financial inclusion:
Which statement BEST describes its primary impact?

AIt only provides life insurance coverage

BIt enables access to banking services, credit, and insurance for unbanked populations

CIt replaces all other government welfare schemes

DIt 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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Q.38 Easy General Studies III

Which environmental standard specifies ambient air quality criteria for Indian cities?

ANational Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)

BIndian Standards for Air Pollution Control

CMinistry of Environment Pollution Index

DCentral 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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Q.39 Easy General Studies III

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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Q.40 Easy General Studies III

Which of the following is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?

AProviding direct income support to all landholding farmers

BSubsidizing fertilizer costs for organic farming

CEstablishing agricultural cooperative societies

DPromoting 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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