MCQs: National Affairs - Rural Dev, SC, Digital India (May 2026)

1.

The 'Digital India Access Bill 2026' is intended to accelerate progress towards which national objective?

A Achieving energy independence.

B Becoming a cashless economy.

C Ensuring digital inclusion and empowerment.

D Strengthening national defense capabilities.

2.

Which of the following is a key provision expected under the 'Digital India Access Bill 2026'?

A Mandatory digital identity for all citizens.

B Subsidized internet services for rural and underserved areas.

C Stricter data localization norms.

D Government control over private internet service providers.

3.

The 'Digital India Access Bill 2026' primarily aims to:

A Regulate social media platforms.

B Expand internet access and digital services to all citizens.

C Promote cybersecurity measures.

D Develop indigenous AI technologies.

4.

The Supreme Court's directive on waste management aims to improve which aspect of environmental protection?

A Air quality improvement.

B Water pollution control.

C Prevention of soil contamination and public health risks.

D Noise pollution reduction.

5.

What is a key concern highlighted by the Supreme Court regarding waste management in India?

A Lack of advanced recycling technologies.

B Inadequate segregation of waste at source.

C Over-reliance on landfill sites.

D All of the above

6.

The Supreme Court has directed states to ensure compliance with which of the following regulations related to waste management?

A Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

B Hazardous Waste Management Rules, 2016

C E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016

D Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016

7.

Phase II of 'Gramin Samriddhi Yojana' is expected to focus on which of the following aspects?

A Increasing agricultural exports significantly.

B Skill development and entrepreneurship in rural youth.

C Expanding metro rail networks.

D Promoting tourism in major cities.

8.

Which ministry is primarily associated with the implementation of 'Gramin Samriddhi Yojana'?

A Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

B Ministry of Rural Development

C Ministry of Finance

D Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

9.

What is the primary objective of the 'Gramin Samriddhi Yojana' Phase II?

A To promote digital literacy in rural areas.

B To enhance rural infrastructure and economic development.

C To provide financial assistance for urban housing.

D To improve healthcare facilities in metropolitan cities.

National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-05-29