What is the main objective of the expanded rural housing scheme, such as PMAY-G?
A To provide interest-free loans for urban housing.
B To provide financial assistance for constructing pucca houses to eligible rural households.
C To develop smart cities in rural areas.
D To offer rental housing solutions to migrant workers.
Answer: B
The primary objective of PMAY-G is to provide financial assistance to eligible rural households for the construction of a pucca house with basic amenities, thereby addressing housing needs in rural India.
12.
Which flagship scheme is primarily associated with the recently approved expansion of the rural housing program in India?
A Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
B Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)
C Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
D Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin)
Answer: B
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) is the flagship rural housing scheme in India, aimed at providing 'Housing for All' in rural areas. Any expansion of the rural housing program would primarily refer to this scheme.
13.
The new phase of the Skill Development Program aims to empower youth with skills relevant to which of the following, as a primary objective?
A Only self-employment ventures.
B Enhancing employability and creating a skilled workforce for various sectors.
C Primarily agricultural sector jobs.
D Providing free education up to postgraduate level.
Answer: B
The core objective of government skill development programs is to enhance the employability of the youth across diverse sectors, making them job-ready for both wage employment and self-employment opportunities.
14.
Which framework is primarily used for standardizing skill training and ensuring quality under the new phase of the Skill Development Program?
A National Education Policy (NEP)
B National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF)
C National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
D Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
Answer: B
The National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) is a competency-based framework that organizes all qualifications according to a series of levels of knowledge, skills, and aptitude, ensuring standardization and quality in skill training programs like PMKVY.
15.
What is a key focus area of the recently announced new phase of the Government's Skill Development Program (e.g., Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0) in 2026?
A Promoting traditional artisanal skills exclusively.
B Emphasizing Industry 4.0 skills and demand-driven training.
C Providing skill training only to urban youth.
D Centralizing all skill development initiatives under one ministry without state involvement.
Answer: B
The new phase of the Skill Development Program, such as PMKVY 4.0, significantly emphasizes Industry 4.0 skills, new-age courses, and demand-driven training to meet current and future industry requirements.
16.
Which international body is primarily responsible for promoting and coordinating the observance of the International Day of Cooperatives?
A World Trade Organization (WTO)
B International Labour Organization (ILO)
C United Nations (UN)
D International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Answer: C
The United Nations, through the Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives (COPAC), plays a key role in promoting and coordinating the observance of the International Day of Cooperatives.
17.
What is the primary objective of celebrating the International Day of Cooperatives?
A To promote the development of sustainable human settlements.
B To highlight the contributions of cooperatives to global development and social progress.
C To advocate for stricter regulations on financial institutions.
D To encourage international trade agreements.
Answer: B
The International Day of Cooperatives aims to increase awareness of cooperatives, their role in addressing global challenges, and their contribution to economic, social, and cultural development.
18.
The International Day of Cooperatives 2026 was celebrated on which date?
A July 1st, 2026
B June 30th, 2026
C August 5th, 2026
D July 4th, 2026
Answer: A
The International Day of Cooperatives is celebrated annually on the first Saturday of July. In 2026, the first Saturday of July falls on July 1st.
19.
The digitization of rare manuscripts by institutions like the National Museum is often supported by broader national initiatives. Which of the following initiatives is specifically focused on creating a comprehensive digital repository for the collections of Indian museums?
A National Digital Library of India (NDLI)
B National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM)
C National Portal and Digital Repository for Indian Museums (NDRMI)
D Digital India Programme
Answer: C
While all options relate to digitization or digital initiatives, the National Portal and Digital Repository for Indian Museums (NDRMI) is specifically designed for the digital archiving and accessibility of museum collections, including manuscripts. The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) focuses on surveying, documenting, and preserving manuscripts, but NDRMI is the dedicated digital repository platform for museums.
20.
The rare manuscript collection at the National Museum, currently undergoing digitization, encompasses a wide array of subjects and languages. Which of the following best describes the linguistic diversity of this collection?
A Primarily ancient Indian languages like Sanskrit and Pali
B A mix of Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, and various regional Indian languages
C Exclusively European languages introduced during colonial rule
D Predominantly Buddhist texts in Tibetan and Chinese
Answer: B
The National Museum's manuscript collection is incredibly diverse, reflecting India's rich linguistic and cultural history. It includes texts in Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, and numerous regional Indian languages, covering a vast range of subjects.
