General Studies III
Q.71
Hard
The National Action Plan on Climate Change recognizes how many national missions as its pillars?
Explanation:
India's National Action Plan on Climate Change was built on 8 national missions covering various sectors including solar, water, and agriculture.
Q.72
Hard
Which ministry oversees the implementation of the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP)?
A Ministry of Finance
B Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
D Department of Economic Affairs
Correct Answer:
D. Department of Economic Affairs Explanation:
The National Infrastructure Pipeline is overseen by the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance.
Q.73
Medium
The 'GATI Shakti' multimodal connectivity scheme aims to reduce logistics costs by approximately what percentage?
Explanation:
GATI Shakti aims to reduce logistics costs by approximately 15% through integrated multimodal infrastructure development.
Q.74
Medium
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding India's Atal Pension Yojana (APY)?
A It covers workers aged 18-60 years with guaranteed pension between Rs. 1000-5000 per month
B It is exclusively for organized sector workers
C Government contribution is fixed at Rs. 500 annually
D It requires minimum 40 years of contribution
Correct Answer:
A. It covers workers aged 18-60 years with guaranteed pension between Rs. 1000-5000 per month Explanation:
APY covers workers aged 18-60 years and guarantees a minimum pension of Rs. 1000-5000 per month depending on contribution tier.
Q.75
Medium
The recent 'National Startup Policy 2023' aims to create how many startup ecosystems across India?
Explanation:
The National Startup Policy 2023 aims to develop 100 startup hubs and ecosystems across different regions of India.
Q.76
Easy
Which initiative was launched to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing in India?
A Atmanirbhar Bharat Scheme
B Semicon India Programme
C Semiconductor Mission
D Digital India Initiative
Correct Answer:
C. Semiconductor Mission Explanation:
The Semiconductor Mission was launched with investment support to establish fabrication facilities and promote semiconductor manufacturing in India.
Q.77
Hard
The 'Scheme for Restoration of Degraded Pastureland through Grassland Development (SRDPGGD)' is implemented by which ministry?
A Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
C Ministry of Rural Development
D Ministry of Panchayati Raj
Correct Answer:
A. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Explanation:
The SRDPGGD scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to restore degraded pasturelands.
Q.78
Easy
India's 'Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023' came into effect from which date?
A August 4, 2023
B September 15, 2023
C October 20, 2023
D December 31, 2023
Correct Answer:
A. August 4, 2023 Explanation:
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 was signed into law and came into effect from August 4, 2023.
Q.79
Easy
Which of the following schemes aims to provide universal access to clean cooking fuel by distributing LPG connections to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families?
A Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
B Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
C Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
D Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
Correct Answer:
A. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana Explanation:
PMUY specifically targets providing LPG connections to BPL households to eliminate indoor air pollution and improve health outcomes.
Q.80
Easy
The 'National Mission for Green India' (GIM) is implemented under which ministry?
A Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
C Ministry of Rural Development
D Ministry of Jal Shakti
Correct Answer:
A. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Explanation:
GIM is a key initiative under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change aimed at increasing forest cover and ecological restoration.
