MCQs: National Affairs India - Digital Health & Urban Transit

1.

The National Urban Transit Policy 2026 aims to address challenges in urban mobility. What is one of the expected outcomes?

A Increased traffic congestion and longer commute times.

B Improved air quality and reduced carbon emissions from transport.

C Greater dependence on fossil fuels for urban transport.

D Reduced public participation in transport planning.

2.

Which of the following is a key focus area of the National Urban Transit Policy 2026?

A Encouraging the development of large, multi-lane highways within cities.

B Integration of various modes of transport, including non-motorized options.

C Prioritizing single-occupancy vehicle usage.

D Reducing investment in public transport infrastructure.

3.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched the National Urban Transit Policy 2026. What is a primary goal of this policy?

A To promote the use of private vehicles and reduce public transport.

B To develop sustainable, equitable, and accessible urban transport systems.

C To ban all forms of public transportation in cities by 2026.

D To focus solely on improving road infrastructure for cars.

4.

The expanded National Digital Health Mission seeks to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency. What is one of the expected benefits?

A Reduced waiting times for medical consultations and treatments.

B Increased reliance on paper-based medical records.

C Limited access to specialist healthcare services.

D Higher costs for digital health services.

5.

Which of the following is a key component of the expanded National Digital Health Mission?

A Mandatory Aadhaar linkage for all health records.

B Development of a national electronic health record (EHR) standard.

C Introduction of a digital currency for healthcare payments.

D Establishment of physical health centers in every village.

6.

The Union Health Ministry has announced a major expansion of the National Digital Health Mission. What is the primary objective of this expansion?

A To integrate all existing healthcare facilities into a single digital platform.

B To provide free smartphones to all citizens for accessing digital health services.

C To create a universal health insurance scheme linked to the digital mission.

D To develop a new mobile application for booking doctor appointments only.

National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-05-17