Government Schemes & Programs MCQs

The PM-KISAN scheme is a central sector scheme with 100% funding from the Government of India, implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 17th installment of the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi scheme from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

Under the PM-KISAN scheme, eligible farmer families are provided with a financial benefit of Rs 6,000 per year in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 each.

The scheme supports the transition to a green economy, which is a key component of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The scheme focuses on sectors like solar energy, wind energy, and sustainable waste management to promote green jobs.

The scheme aims to equip youth with skills required for the emerging green economy, such as renewable energy and waste management.

Under the PM-SVANidhi scheme, street vendors are eligible for a working capital loan of up to Rs 10,000 in the first tranche.

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

PM-SVANidhi (Prime Minister Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi) provides micro-credit facilities to street vendors to resume their businesses post-pandemic.

The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is responsible for the implementation and expansion of the PM-Vikas scheme.