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National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-08-30

1.
Which of the following is a flagship scheme under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship that provides skill training to a large number of Indian youth?
A Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
B Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
C National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)
D Atal Pension Yojana (APY)
2.
Which Union Ministry is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of skill development initiatives and policies in India?
A Ministry of Education
B Ministry of Labour and Employment
C Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
D Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
3.
What is the primary objective of government-led skill development programs for youth in India?
A To provide free higher education
B To enhance employability and bridge the skill gap in various industries
C To promote sports and cultural activities
D To offer financial assistance for starting new businesses only
4.
Which landmark legislation provides a comprehensive framework for the protection and improvement of the environment in India, often interpreted by the Supreme Court?
A Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
B Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
C Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
D Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
5.
Which principle, frequently invoked by the Supreme Court in environmental cases, states that the state and other public authorities are trustees of all natural resources which are by nature meant for public use and enjoyment?
A Doctrine of Stare Decisis
B Public Trust Doctrine
C Doctrine of Laches
D Doctrine of Severability
6.
Which fundamental right, as interpreted by the Supreme Court of India, often forms the basis for environmental protection cases?
A Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression (Article 19)
B Right to Life and Personal Liberty (Article 21)
C Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)
D Right to Education (Article 21A)
7.
Common Service Centres (CSCs) play a vital role in the Digital India initiative, especially in rural areas. What is their primary function?
A Manufacturing electronic goods
B Providing digital services to citizens in rural and remote areas
C Developing new software applications
D Managing urban traffic systems
8.
The expansion of Digital India for rural connectivity primarily aims to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to which of the following?
A Only e-commerce platforms
B Digital services, education, and healthcare
C Only social media access
D Exclusive access to government portals
9.
Which flagship project under the Digital India initiative is primarily responsible for providing broadband connectivity to rural areas and Gram Panchayats?
A BharatNet Project
B National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN)
C Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP)
D e-NAM
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