MCQs on National Affairs: ABDM, Smart Cities, Data Protection Act

1.

The Supreme Court's recent clarification on the DPDP Act emphasizes the balance between which two aspects?

A National security and economic growth.

B Individual privacy rights and legitimate state interests.

C Technological innovation and traditional practices.

D Public access to information and government secrecy.

2.

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, what is the term used for an individual whose data is being processed?

A Data Fiduciary

B Data Processor

C Data Principal

D Data Controller

3.

What is the primary objective of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023?

A To regulate e-commerce platforms.

B To protect the digital personal data of individuals and establish a framework for its processing.

C To promote digital literacy across the country.

D To establish a national cybersecurity agency.

4.

Which Union Ministry is primarily responsible for the implementation of the Smart Cities Mission in India?

A Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

B Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

C Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

D Ministry of Rural Development

5.

Which of the following is NOT a likely pillar or focus area of the 'Smart Cities 2.0' policy?

A Green mobility solutions and public transport.

B Circular economy principles and waste management.

C Exclusive focus on developing military cantonments.

D Data-driven governance and smart infrastructure.

6.

What is the primary focus of the newly unveiled 'Smart Cities 2.0' policy compared to its predecessor?

A Exclusive focus on digital connectivity and IT infrastructure.

B Emphasis on sustainable urban development, climate resilience, and citizen-centric services.

C Prioritizing only economic growth and industrial development.

D Developing satellite towns around metropolitan areas.

7.

Which organization is the implementing agency for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)?

A Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

B NITI Aayog

C National Health Authority (NHA)

D Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

8.

Which unique identifier is central to the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) for linking an individual's health records?

A Aadhaar Card

B PAN Card

C Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) number

D UWIN Card

9.

What is the primary objective of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)?

A To provide free medicines to all citizens.

B To create a national digital health ecosystem for universal health coverage.

C To establish new hospitals across the country.

D To offer health insurance to government employees only.

National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-07-02