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National Food Security Act, 2013

Q 1. With reference to the National Food Security Act, 2013, each beneficiary is entitled to –

[a] 35 kg of food grains per month at 3 kg of rice, 3 kg of wheat and 2 kg of coarse grains per month.
[b] 5 kg of food grains per month at Rs 3/kg - rice ,Rs 2/kg - wheat , Rs 1/kg - coarse grains.
[c] 5 kg of rice , 3 kg of wheat and 2 kg of coarse grains per month at Rs 2/ kg each.
[d] 35 kg of food grains per month at Rs 3/kg - rice ,Rs 2/kg - wheat , Rs 1/kg - coarse grains.
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Ans to Q1 [b] 5 kg of food grains per month at Rs 3/kg - rice ,Rs 2/kg -
wheat , Rs 1/kg - coarse grains.

Why this is important or Confusing?

• Main Fact – need to remember
• Not to be confused with Antyodaya Anna Yojana where the beneficiaries will keep receiving
the 35 Kg per household per month at same rates of Rs 3/kg – rice, Rs 2/kg –wheat, Rs 1/kg –
coarse grains. So option [a] and [d] are wrong
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National Food Security Act, 2013

Q 2. With reference to the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements
[1] It includes the PDS and Midday Meal Scheme only.
[2] It guarantees age appropriate free meal, for children up to 6 months and one free meal for
children in age group 6 - 14 years in schools.
[3] Maternal Benefits of RS 6000 is extended to Government employees as part of the scheme.
[4] The identification of eligible households is done by central governments.

Choose the correct statements :

[a] 2 only
[b] 1, 2 and 4
[c] 2, 3 and 4
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q2 [a] 2 only i.e.

[2] It guarantees age appropriate free meal, for children up to 6 months and
one free meal for children in age group 6 - 14 years in schools.

Explanation
• It includes the Midday Meal Scheme, ICDS scheme and the PDS. It also recognizes maternity
entitlements.
•It guarantees age appropriate meal, free of charge through local anganwadi for children up to 6
months and one free meal for children in age group 6 - 14 years in schools.
• Every pregnant and lactating mother is entitled to a free meal at the local anganwadi as well as
maternity benefits of Rs 6,000, in installments. Maternal benefits not extended to Government
employees.
• The identification of eligible households is left to state governments
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Price Stabilisation Fund Scheme

Q 3. The Price Stabilization Fund Scheme is under which of the following departments –

[a]Department of Economic Affairs

[b] Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries
[c] Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Famers Welfare (DAC&FW).
[d] the Department of Consumer Affairs (DOCA)
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Ans to Q3 [d] the Department of Consumer Affairs (DOCA)

Why this is important or Confusing?

• Important Fact.
•The Price Stabilization Fund (PSF) was set up in 2014 - 15 under the Department of Agriculture,
Cooperation & Farmers Welfare (DAC&FW).
•The PSF scheme was transferred from DAC&FW to the Department of Consumer Affairs (DOCA) in
2016.
• So between [c] and [d] confusion may arise. Correct Answer is [d]
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Q 4. With reference to the Price Stabilisation Fund Scheme , consider the following statements –
[1] It helps regulate the price volatility of important agri - horticultural commodities like onion,
potatoes, pulses and milk.
[2] The scheme promotes direct purchase from farmers/farmers‘ association at farm gate/Mandi.
[3] The Price Stabilisation Fund Scheme does not promote undertaking import with support from
the Fund.
[4] The fund allocated under PSF has been primarily utilized towards building the buffer of upto 20
lakh tonnes of pulses.

Choose the correct statements :

[a] 2 and 3
[b] 2 and 4
[c] 2, 3 and 4
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q4 [b] 2 and 4

[2] The scheme promotes direct purchase from farmers/farmers‘ association at farm
gate/Mandi.
[4] The fund allocated under PSF has been primarily utilized towards building the buffer
of upto 20 lakh tonnes of pulses.

Explanation - Important provisions of Price Stabilisation Fund Scheme are-

• The fund is to help regulate the price volatility of important agri - horticultural commodities like onion,
potatoes and pulses were also added subsequently. The agricultural ministry has recently proposed to include
Milk in the PSF which is not yet confirmed.
•The scheme provides for maintaining a strategic buffer by promoting direct purchase from farmers/farmers‘
association at farm gate/Mandi.
• Apart from domestic procurement from farmers/wholesale mandis, import may also be undertaken with
support from the Fund.
• The fund allocated under PSF has been primarily utilized towards building the buffer of upto 20 lakh tonnes
of pulses.
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Jago Grahak Jago (Consumer awareness campaign)

Q 5. With reference to the Jago Grahak Jago (Consumer awareness campaign) , which of the
following are the implementing agencies ?–
[1] Directorate of Audio and Visual Publicity (DAVP).
[2] Department of consumer Affairs.
[3] The Doordarshan Network (DD)
[4] All India Radio (AIR).
Choose the correct option:
[a] 2 and 3
[b] 1, 3 and 4
[c] 1 and 2
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q5 [b] 1, 3 and 4

[1] Directorate of Audio and Visual Publicity (DAVP).
[3] The Doordarshan Network (DD)
[4] All India Radio (AIR).

Why it is important or Confusing?

•Confusion can occur between implementing agencies and launching agencies.
Explanation
• It is a country wide multimedia awareness campaign on various issues related to consumer rights and
responsibilities across diverse subjects.

•The programme is launched jointly in partnership with the related government departments.

•This campaign is implemented through the Directorate of Audio and Visual Publicity (DAVP), the Doordarshan
Network (DD) and All India Radio (AIR).
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Jago Grahak Jago (Consumer awareness campaign)

Q 6. With reference to the Consumer protection Act , Choose the correct statement-
[1] It provides consumers with speedy and inexpensive redressal grievance mechanism.
[2] It recognizes all of the eight rights of the consumer as provided in the UN charter.
[3] Under the Act, consumers have been given the Right to Healthy & Sustainable Environment.
Choose the correct option:
[a]1 only
[b] 1 and 3
[c] 1 and 2
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q6 [a]1 only

[1] It provides consumers with speedy and inexpensive redressal grievances mechanism.

Explanation
•Consumer protection Act provides consumers with speedy and inexpensive redressal grievances
mechanism and specific relief or award of compensation
•It recognizes six of the eight rights of the consumer as provided in the UN charter.
•It envisages rights of consumers such as Right to Protection, Right of Information, Right of Choice,
Right of Hearing, Right of Redressal and Right of Education.
•The two rights in the UN charter, not recognised under the Act are –
a)Right to satisfaction of Basic Needs and b) Right to Healthy & Sustainable Environment
•So [b] and [c] are WRONG
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Antyodaya Anna Yojana

Q 7. With reference to the Antyodaya Anna Yojana , Choose the correct statement-
[1] Beneficiary families under the scheme are distributed 35 kg of rice, wheat and Coarse grains per
month at the rates of Rs. 3 per kg, Rs. 2 per kg ans Rs. 1 per kg respectively.
[2] Subsidies under the scheme are borne by the central government and States/UT in the
ratio of 70:30.
[3] The scheme has been expanded to cover 2.50 cr households .

Choose the correct code:

[a]1 and 2
[b] 2 and 3
[c] 1 and 3
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q7 [c] 1 and 3

[1] Beneficiary families under the scheme are distributed 35 kg of rice, wheat and
Coarse grains per month at the rates of Rs. 3 per kg, Rs. 2 per kg ans Rs. 1 per kg
respectively.
[3] The scheme has been expanded to cover 2.50 cr households .

Explanation
•Beneficiary families under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana scheme are distributed 35 kg per month of
rice, wheat and Coarse grains at the rates of Rs. 3 per kg, Rs. 2 per kg, Rs. 1 per kg respectively.
Coarse grains, on the other hand, are distributed at the rate of.
Under the scheme, subsidies are fully borne by the central government and States/UT bears the
distribution cost.
The scheme has been expanded to cover 2.50 cr households.
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Project Mausam

Q 8. Project Mausam as seen in NEWS is associated with –

[a] the rescue operation of the Indian Armed Forces.

[b]the India satellite system to Provide Climate related data.
[c]the Military exercise between India and Sri Lanka.
[d] the showcase of a Transnational Mixed Route across Indian Ocean on the World Heritage
List.
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Ans to Q8 [d] the showcase of a Transnational Mixed Route across Indian Ocean on the World
Heritage List.

Explanation
•Project Mausam is to showcase a Transnational Mixed Route (including Natural and Cultural
Heritage) on the World Heritage List.

•Nomination of maritime cultural landscapes across the Indian Ocean as a trans-national property
on the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

[ Name can be confused with climate related activity ]

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Project Mausam

Q 9. With reference to the Project Mausam, Choose the correct statement-

[1] It is an initiative under the Ministry of Culture.
[2] Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is the Nodal Agency.
[3]Only the South East Asian countries are the associated members.
[4] It aims to understand how the knowledge and manipulation of the monsoon winds has shaped
interactions across the Indian Ocean

Choose the correct code:

[a]1 and 2
[b] 1, 2 and 3
[c] 1 and 4
[d]2 only
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Ans to Q9 [c] 1 and 4

[1] It is an initiative under the Ministry of Culture.
[4] It aims to understand how the knowledge and manipulation of the monsoon winds has
shaped interactions across the Indian Ocean

Explanation
• Project Mausam is to showcase a Transnational Mixed Route (including Natural and Cultural
Heritage) on the World Heritage List.
•It aims to understand how the knowledge and manipulation of the monsoon winds has shaped
interactions across the Indian Ocean and led to the spread of shared knowledge systems,
traditions, technologies and ideas along maritime routes.
•Archaeological Society of India (ASI) is the nodal agency and Indira Gandhi National Centre for the
Arts (IGNCA) is its Research Unit and National Museum & IGNCA is its Associate bodies.
•The project collates archaeological and historical research and document the diversity of cultural,
commercial and religious interactions among the 39 Indian Ocean countries.
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Science City

Q 10. With reference to the Science City ,Choose the correct statement-
[1] The cost of setting up of facilities and corpus for upkeep and maintenance is wholly managed by centre.
[2] The objective of Science City is to popularize science and technology for the benefit of students
only.
[3] The location of the Science City should be either a State capital or a city of the State having a sizeable
population of not less than 50 Lakhs.
[4] Time required for implementation of Science City shall be about 54 months from the start of the
construction work

Choose the correct code:

[a]1, 2, 3 and 4
[b] 1, 3 and 4
[c] 1, 2 and 3
[d]3 and 4
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Ans to Q10 [d]3 and 4

[3] The location of the Science City should be either a State capital or a city of the State
having a sizeable population of not less than 50 Lakhs.
[4] Time required for implementation of Science City shall be about 54 months from the start
of the construction work.

Explanation
• The Science Cities Scheme provides for setting up of Science Cities in all the states of the country.
•The States desirous of setting up a Science City have to provide land, share the cost of setting up of
facilities and corpus for upkeep and maintenance.
•The objective of Science City is to popularize science and technology in cities, urban and rural
areas for the benefit of students and for the common man.
•The location of the Science City should be either a State capital or a city of the State having a
sizeable population of not less than 50 Lakhs.
•Time required for implementation of Science City shall be about 54 months from the start of the
construction work.
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Junior Heritage Mistri Scheme

Q 11. With reference to the Junior Heritage Mistri Scheme ,Choose the correct statement-
[1] The scheme comes under the Centre's Heritage Mason programme.
[2] Delhi was chosen as a pilot State for the scheme in view of its rich architectural heritage.
[3] Under it, GoI has started training youths on indigenous building practices, arts and crafts, and traditional
structures.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1 and 3
[b] 2 only
[c] 2 and 3
[d]1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q11 [a] 1 and 3

[1] The scheme comes under the Centre's Heritage Mason programme.
[3] Under it, GoI has started training youths on indigenous building practices, arts and crafts,
and traditional structures.

Explanation
• The Junior Heritage Mistri Scheme comes under the Centre's Heritage Mason programme.
•Rajasthan was chosen as a pilot State for the scheme in view of its rich architectural heritage.
•Rajasthan government is raising a new class of masons to help conserve the State's rich
architectural heritage.
•Under the programme , the government has started training youths on indigenous building
practices, arts and crafts, traditional structures and knowledge systems, with an emphasis on
preservation of heritage architecture.
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Adarsh Smarak Scheme

Q 12. With reference to the Adarsh Smarak Scheme, Choose the correct statement-
[1] The scheme aims to promote Tourism.
[2] It has provisions for differently abled persons
[3] Swachh Paryatan Mobile App is associated to this scheme

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1 ,2 and 3
[b] 1 and 3
[c]1 only
[d]1 and 2
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Ans to Q12 [a] 1 ,2 and 3

[1] The scheme aims to promote Tourism.
[2] It has provisions for differently-abled persons
[3] Swachh Paryatan Mobile App is associated to this scheme

Explanation
25 ASI monuments named as Aadarsh Smaarak to promote tourist facilities.
The salient features of the scheme are as under:
1. To make monument visitor friendly.
2. To upgrade/provide wash rooms, drinking water, cafeteria and wi-fi facility.
3. To provide Interpretation and audio-video centres.
4. To streamline waste water and garbage disposal and rain water harvesting system.
5. To make monument accessible to differently abled.
6. To implement Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
Same are also being included in ‘Swachh Paryatan Mobile App’ launched by the Ministry of
Tourism.
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Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat

Q 13. With reference to the Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat , Choose the correct statement-
[1] It aims to enhance interaction between people of diverse cultures across Nations.
[2] Paryatan Parv is associated with the objectives of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat.
[3] Each year, every State/UT would be paired with another State/UT in India for reciprocal interaction
between the people.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1 ,2 and 3
[b] 2 and 3
[c]1 only
[d]1 and 2
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Ans to Q13 [b] 2 and 3

[2] Paryatan Parv is associated with the objectives of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat.
[3] Each year, every State/UT would be paired with another State/UT in India for reciprocal
interaction between the people.

Explanation
• It aims to enhance interaction between people of diverse cultures living in different States and
UTs in India.
•Each year, every State/UT would be paired with another State/UT in India for reciprocal
interaction between the people.
•ParyatanParv has been the name envisaged for celebration of unity in diversity.
•ParyatanParv reinforces the idea of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat with the objectives.
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One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme

Q 14. With reference to the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme, Choose the correct statement-
[1] Armed forces personnel who retire voluntarily will be covered under OROP scheme.
[2] The benefits will also be extended to family pensioners including war widows and disabled
pensioners.
[3] The government has proposed a review every ten years.
[4] It will not be applicable to personnel who have already retired prematurely.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1 ,2 ,3 and 4
[b] 1, 2 and 3
[c] 2, 3 and 4
[d] 2 only
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Ans to Q14 [d] 2 only

[2] The benefits will also be extended to family pensioners including war widows and
disabled pensioners.

Explanation
• The OROP scheme promises equal pension to military personnel retiring in the same rank with
the same length of service, regardless of the date of retirement.
• The benefits will also be extended to family pensioners including war widows and disabled
pensioners.
• Armed forces personnel who retire voluntarily would be not covered under OROP scheme.
• However, it will be applicable to personnel who have already retired prematurely.
• The government has proposed a review every five years
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Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janushadhi Pariyojana

Q 15. Which of the following is the implementing agency of the Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Pariyojana?-
[a] Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research
[b] Central Drug Standard Control Organisation
[c] National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority
[d] Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI)
[e] Pharmacy Council of India
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Ans to Q15 [d] Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI)

Explanation
• Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementing agency of the Pradhan Mantri
Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana.

About BPPI
• A Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) has been established on the 1st of December 2008
comprising all the Pharma CPSUs under the Department of Pharmaceuticals.

•The Bureau will bring about effective collaboration and cooperation in furthering the working and
resources of these organizations
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Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janushadhi Pariyojana

Q 16. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana, Choose the correct statement-
[1] It aims to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices to the poor section only.
[2] Government will provide subsidies or assistance to reduce the cost of generic medicines under
the scheme.
[3] Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras’ are functional in 33 States /UT’s of the country.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1 and 2
[b] 2 and 3
[c] 3 only
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q16 [c] 3 only

[3] Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras’ are functional is 33 states and UTs of the
country.

Explanation
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janushadhi Pariyojana
•The objective is to make available quality generic medicines at affordable prices to all, especially
the poor, throughout the country, through outlets known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi
Kendra (PMBJK).
• It is a Self - sustaining business model with no continuous government subsidies or assistance.
• Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras’ are functional in 33 States/UTs of the country.
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Pharma Jan Samadhan Scheme

Q 17. With reference to the Pharma Jan Samadhan Scheme , Choose the correct statement-
[1] It is a grievances redressal mechanisms dealing with issues related to selling expired and duplicate drugs
only.
[2] Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementing agency.
[3] It will effectively implement the Drugs (Price Control) Order 2013.
[4] Action on any complaint will initiate within 48 hrs of its receipt.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1, 2 and 4
[b] 2, 3 and 4
[c] 3 and 4
[d] 1, 2 and 3
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Ans to Q17 [c] 3 and 4

[3] It will effectively implement the Drugs (Price Control) Order 2013.
[4] Action on any complaint will initiate within 48 hrs of its receipt

Explanation
Pharma Jan Samadhan Scheme
•It is a web based system for redressal of consumers‘ grievances relating to pricing and availability
of medicines.
• It will effectively implement of the Drugs (Price Control) Order 2013.
•National pharmaceutical pricing authority (NPPA) is the implementing agency .
• It will initiate action on any complaint within 48 hrs of its receipt.
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Neem Coating of Urea

Q 18. With reference to the Neem Coating of Urea Scheme, Choose the correct statement-
[1] It will lead to reduction in the costs with respect to plant protection chemicals
[2] It will reduce the attack of pest and diseases.
[3]It will lead to the increase in yield of paddy to the extent of 17.5 per cent.
[4] It will result in the improvement of soil health.

Choose the correct code:

[a] 1, 2 and 4
[b]1 and 4
[c]All of the above
[d] None of the Above
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Ans to Q18 [a] 1, 2 and 4

[1] It will lead to reduction in the costs with respect to plant protection chemicals
[2] It will reduce the attack of pest and diseases.
[4] It will result in the improvement of in soil health.

Explanation
•100 % of Neem Coating of Indigenous Urea and Imported Urea achieved Improvement in soil
health.
•It will help in reduction in the costs with respect to plant protection chemicals. [Fertilizers]
•It will reduce pest and disease attack. [ Pesticides]
• It will increase the yield of paddy to an extent of 5.79% and in yield of sugarcane to extent of
17.5% as per Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare (DAC&FW) Study
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City Compost Scheme

Q 19. With reference to the City Compost Scheme, Choose the correct statement-
[1] Its advantages are- it is free from carbon and provides primary/secondary nutrients to soil.
[2] Eco-Mark standard for City Compost is a provision under this scheme.
[3] Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) of Rs. 500/MT is provided for city compost.
[4] The scheme is notified by the Department of Fertilizers.

Choose the correct code:

[a]2 and 4
[b]1 and 4
[c] 1, 2 and 4
[d]1, 2 ,3 and 4
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Ans to Q19 [a] 2 and 4

[2] Eco-Mark standard for City Compost is a provision under this scheme.
[4] The scheme is notified by the Department of Fertilizers

Explanation
•It is notified by the Department of Fertilizers on 10.2.2016
•Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) of Rs.1500/MT provided for scaling up production and
consumption of city compost.
•Market development assistance would lower MRP of city compost for farmers.
•Compost from city garbage provides carbon and primary/secondary nutrients to soil and also help
in keeping the city clean.
•Eco-Mark standard for City Compost would ensure that environment friendly quality product
reaches the farmers.
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Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN

Q 20. With reference to the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN , Choose the correct statement-
[1] The airfare per RCS seat should not exceed Rs 2000 and will be determined based on the Demand- Supply
situation.
[2] The selected airlines will have to commit 70% of the seats on RCS flights as RCS seats with
minimum 10 operational flights per week
[3] Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the implementing agency.
[4] The funding of losses will be incurred in the ratio of 80: 20 between Centre and States.

Choose the correct code:

[a]2, 3 and 4
[b]1 ,2 and 4
[c] 3 and 4
[d]1, 2 ,3 and 4
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Ans to Q20 [c] 3 and 4

[3] Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the implementing agency.
[4] The funding of losses will be incurred in the ratio of 80: 20 between Centre and States.

Explanation - Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN

•Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the implementing agency.
•The airfare per RCS seat should not exceed Rs 2,500 and will be determined based on the flight
distance.
•The selected airlines will have to commit 50% of the seats on RCS flights as RCS seats with 3 - 7
operational flights per week.
•The central government will fund 80% of the losses incurred and the rest will be covered by the
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Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN

Q 21. With reference to the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN , Choose the correct statement-
[1] The central and state contributions for VGF are 80:20 for the north-eastern states & union territories.
[2] Benefits under the Scheme will be available for a period of 10 years from the date of its
notification.
[3] A requirement of 150 km minimum distance between two airports to be qualified for
operations under the scheme
[4] Gujarat is the first state to sign agreement with centre for RCS.

Choose the correct code:

[a]2, 3 and 4
[b]2 only
[c] 1, 3 and 4
[d]1, 2 ,3 and 4
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Ans to Q21 [b]2 only

[2] Benefits under the Scheme will be available for a period of 10 years from the date of its
notification.

Explanation - Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – UDAN

•In general, central and state contributions for VGF are 80:20 and for the north-eastern states &
union territories it is 90:10.
•Benefits under the Scheme will be available for a period of 10 years from the date of its
notification.
•Earlier, there was a requirement of 150 km minimum distance between two airports to be
qualified for operations under the scheme. But later it was abolished.
•Maharashtra is the first state to sign agreement with centre for RCS.
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Digi Yatra

Q 22. With reference to the Digi Yatra scheme, Choose the correct statement-
[1] It aims to develop a digital ecosystem for the railways.
[2] It will involve the use of Aadhar and mobile phones.
[3] No-fly list initiative based on safety is part of the scheme.
[4] It will focus on creating a paperless service experience.

Choose the correct code:

[a]2, 3 and 4
[b]1 and 2
[c] 2 and 4
[d]1, 2 ,3 and 4
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Ans to Q22 [a] 2, 3 and 4

[2] It will involve the use of Aadhar and mobile phones.
[3] No-fly list initiative based on safety is part of the scheme.
[4] It will focus on creating a paperless service experience.

Explanation - Digi Yatra

•Its objecive is to develop a digital ecosystem for the entire aviation industry.
• It aims to create a paperless service experience at every touch point of their journey
•Initiative is looking forward to make boarding pass and security check-ins digital at airports using
Aadhaar and mobile phones.
•No-fly list based on safety: The government has decided to come with a no-fly list in the wake of
instances of unruly behaviour by air passengers that endangers the safety of all passengers in an
aircraft.
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Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC)

Q 23. With reference to the Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC), Choose the correct
statement-
[1] It is available for all types of crops.
[2] Duration of the scheme is one crop cycle commencing from the year 2016 -17.
[3] small growers having 10 ha or less landholding is not covered under the scheme.
[4] The scheme is compulsory for growers registered with the respective Commodity Boards (CBs)

Choose the correct code:

[a]2, 3 and 4
[b]1 and 2
[c] 2 and 4
[d]1, 2 ,3 and 4
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Ans to Q23 [c] 2 and 4

[2] Duration of the scheme is one crop cycle commencing from the year 2016 -17.
[4] The scheme is compulsory for growers registered with the respective Commodity Boards
(CBs)

Explanation - Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC)

• It is an insurance scheme to stablize the income of growers to ensure sustainability.

•Available only to plantation crops, for which crop insurance can no longer be availed from PMFBY.
•Its duration is one crop cycle commencing from the year 2016 -17.
•It covers small growers of Rubber, Tea, Coffee (Robusta and Arabica), Tobacco and Cardamom
having 10 ha or less landholding.
•The scheme is compulsory for growers registered with the respective Commodity Boards (CBs)
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Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC)

Q 24. Crop Insurance under Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC) is provided for which of
the situations below? -
[1] Drought and Flood.
[2] Pests and diseases.
[3] Price fluctuation due to fall in international/domestic prices
[4] Losses arising out of war
[5] Nuclear risks
Choose the correct code:
[a] 1 and 2
[b]1,2 and 3
[c] 1, 2, 3 and 5
[d]1, 2 ,3 ,4 and 5
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Ans to Q24 [b]1,2 and 3

[1] Drought and Flood.
[2] Pests and diseases.
[3] Price fluctuation due to fall in international/domestic prices

Explanation - Revenue Insurance Scheme for Plantation Crops (RISPC)

• Scheme will cover income loss arising out of yield loss due to non - preventable risks viz. drought,
dry spells, flood, pest and diseases, hail storm etc and price fluctuation due to fall in
international/domestic prices below the average price of last 5 years excluding the current year.

•Losses arising out of war and nuclear risk, malicious damage and other preventable risks are
excluded.
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Start-up India Scheme

Q 25. Credit Guarantee Fund for startups under the Start-up India Scheme is given through which bank?

[a] Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI Bank )

[b] Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Bank (MUDRA)
[c] National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
[d] Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).
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Ans to Q25 [d] Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

Explanation -

Credit Guarantee Fund for startups is provided through Small Industries Development Bank of
India (SIDBI) under the Startup India Scheme.
About SIDBI
•Headquartered at Lucknow
•Its purpose is to provide refinance facilities and short term lending to industries, and serves as the
principal financial institution in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.
•It is under the Department of Financial Services, Government of India.
•SIDBI is one of the four All India Financial Institutions regulated and supervised by the Reserve
Bank; other three are EXIM Bank, NABARD and NHB.