Government Schemes & Programs MCQs

NHM is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with a 60:40 ratio of contribution between the Central Government and State Governments for most states. For North-Eastern States and Hilly States, the ratio is 90:10.

The overarching goal of NHM is the attainment of universal access to equitable, affordable & quality health care services that are accountable and responsive to people's needs.

The National Health Mission (NHM) was launched in 2013 by subsuming the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM).

The PM-KISAN scheme is a central sector scheme implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

The PM-KISAN scheme excludes several categories, including institutional landholders, former and present holders of constitutional posts, and all persons who paid Income Tax in the last assessment year.

The PM-KISAN scheme provides an annual financial benefit of ₹6,000 to eligible farmer families, payable in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each, every four months. This amount has remained consistent since its inception.

By expanding training for green jobs, NSDM aims to create a skilled workforce that can meet the demands of the growing green economy, thereby enhancing employability and supporting sustainable development.

Green jobs are associated with environmentally friendly sectors. Fossil fuel extraction and processing are typically considered environmentally detrimental and are not aligned with the goals of green job creation.

The expansion of NSDM for Green Jobs aims to equip the workforce with the necessary skills for emerging green sectors, such as renewable energy, waste management, and sustainable agriculture, thereby contributing to environmental goals.

PMGAY prioritizes households without a pucca house. Within this group, specific priority is given to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), freed bonded labourers, and persons with disabilities.