Government Schemes & Programs MCQs

Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, eligible farmer families receive an annual financial benefit of ₹6,000, disbursed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each.

PMAY-G is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, where the cost of assistance is shared between the Central Government and State Governments, typically in a 60:40 ratio for plain areas and 90:10 for Himalayan states, North-Eastern states, and Union Territories with legislatures.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The platform enhances employability by issuing blockchain-verified digital credentials and integrating with job portals to match skills with industry demand.

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) operates under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and manages the Skill India Digital ecosystem.

Skill India Digital 2.0 focuses on leveraging AI to provide personalized learning paths and connecting vocational training with current industry requirements.