📋 Government Schemes MCQs
UPSC / SSC / State PSC Current Affairs — Total 80 Questions | Source: GKToday.in
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Q1.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
PMUY launched in 2016 by MoPNG to provide deposit-free LPG connections to women from poor households. World's largest clean energy program — benefited 10.33 crore families as of March 2025.
Q2.
Which state government launched Mukhya Mantrir Jiban Anuprerana Scheme to support research scholars?
✔ Correct: B
One-time financial assistance of ₹25,000 to ₹40,000 to eligible scholars. Special provisions for divyang researchers in public institutions.
Q3.
PM-WANI Scheme is associated with which sector?
✔ Correct: A
PM-WANI = Prime Minister's Wi-Fi Access Network Interface. Approved 9 Dec 2020. As of now: 3,33,215 PM-WANI hotspots, 205 PDO Aggregators, 111 App Providers.
Q4.
Which state government launched the Thalliki Vandanam Scheme 2025 to support education for underprivileged students?
✔ Correct: A
₹15,000/year/child to eligible mothers, Class 1–12. Aid via DBT into Aadhaar-linked accounts.
Q5.
Recently, the Prime Minister launched the 'Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana' in which state?
✔ Correct: B
Transforms birthplaces of Odia icons into cultural heritage sites with museums, interpretation centres, statues, and libraries.
Q6.
Which is the nodal ministry for the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) initiative?
✔ Correct: A
AMRUT launched 25 June 2015. AMRUT 2.0 (2021) outlay: ₹2.99 lakh crore for universal water/sewerage coverage. Nodal: MoHUA.
Q7.
Which department is the nodal department for implementing the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme?
✔ Correct: C
Union Cabinet approved RDI Scheme with ₹1 Lakh Crore fund. Governed by ANRF Governing Board chaired by PM.
Q8.
The Raj Bhavan Annadhan scheme was launched in which state?
✔ Correct: B
Governor's initiative — royalties donated to support cancer patients and dialysis patients. ₹25,000 assistance given to ~40 patients.
Q9.
Which state government launched the Chief Minister Guru‑Shishya Parampara Yojana in July 2025?
✔ Correct: B
Guru: ₹15,000/month; Musician: ₹7,500/month; Disciples: ₹3,000/month. Supports teaching of nearly extinct folk arts.
Q10.
Which state government launched Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Poverty-Free Village Scheme?
✔ Correct: A
First phase: 5,000 villages, ₹300 crore. Families moving above poverty line on their own get ₹21,000 incentive.
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Q11.
Which state government launched foreign language scheme named CM-FLIGHT to boost overseas employment?
✔ Correct: D
CM-FLIGHT = Chief Minister's Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent. Japanese JLPT N2 training. ₹1.5 lakh subsidy per applicant. Aligns with Japan's SSW visa.
Q12.
Atal Pension Yojana is regulated by which organization?
✔ Correct: D
APY crossed 8 crore enrolments in 2025 (10th anniversary). Launched 2015. Fixed monthly pension after age 60 for unorganised sector workers.
Q13.
What is the name of the initiative launched by GoI to digitise ancient manuscripts?
✔ Correct: D
Launched by PM Modi on 28 July 2025 (Mann Ki Baat 124th episode). Aims to digitise 1 crore+ ancient manuscripts. National Digital Repository created. Budget: ₹60 crore.
Q14.
What is the name of the new initiative integrating traditional gurukul scholars into modern research institutions like IITs?
✔ Correct: B
Ministry of Education + IKS division of Central Sanskrit University. Gurukul-trained scholars (5+ years) can pursue research at IITs without conventional degrees.
Q15.
Which organization launched the women-led cooperative schemes — Swayamshakti Sahakar Yojana and Nandini Sahakar?
✔ Correct: A
Swayamshakti Sahakar: low-cost credit to women-led SHGs. Nandini Sahakar: financial aid + capacity building for women cooperatives.
Q16.
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) is implemented under which Union Ministry?
✔ Correct: C
Cabinet approved ₹6,520 crore for PMKSY. Earlier known as SAMPADA. ₹1,000 crore for 50 Multi Product Food Irradiation Units.
Q17.
Swasthya Sathi is a health insurance scheme launched by which state government?
✔ Correct: B
Launched 30 Dec 2016. Cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh/family/year. Recently added Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) under this scheme.
Q18.
National Means-Cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
DoSEL, Ministry of Education. UP gets highest quota: 15,000 fresh scholarships/year. Registration via NSP using Aadhaar.
Q19.
SIGHT scheme is a subcomponent of which national mission?
✔ Correct: B
SIGHT = Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition. Record-low Green Ammonia price: ₹55.75/kg in SECI auction.
Q20.
Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana was initiated by which government department?
✔ Correct: D
SPARSH = Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude and Research in Stamps as a Hobby. Class VI–IX students. ₹6,000/year scholarship. Requires 60% marks and Philately account.
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Q21.
Which state government launched Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana to promote women's self-employment?
✔ Correct: C
₹10,000 initial DBT assistance. Up to ₹2 lakh additional after 6 months (performance-based). Implemented by Bihar Rural Livelihood Promotion Society (Jeevika).
Q22.
The Anbu Karangal Scheme was launched by which state government?
✔ Correct: C
Launched on birth anniversary of CM CN Annadurai. 6,082 children who lost both parents get ₹2,000/month till 18 years. Higher education support after schooling.
Q23.
Which is the world's largest government-funded health insurance scheme that completed seven years on September 23, 2025?
✔ Correct: A
AB-PMJAY launched 23 Sep 2018 from Ranchi. Covers 55 crore+ beneficiaries. ₹5 lakh/family/year cashless treatment.
Q24.
Agri-Stack scheme is implemented by which ministry?
✔ Correct: A
Digital foundation integrating farmer data, land records, and scheme benefits on centralized platform. Helps deliver tailored services to farmers.
Q25.
What is the primary objective of the PM E-DRIVE scheme?
✔ Correct: B
PM E-DRIVE = Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement. Launched Oct 2024. ₹10,900 crore. 72,300 EV charging stations (₹2,000 crore). Nodal: BHEL.
Q26.
Which institution launched the Development of Industry Associations (DIA) scheme in 2025?
✔ Correct: D
Aims to build stronger, financially sustainable industry associations for MSMEs. 90 associations participated. 8 from 4 north-eastern states.
Q27.
The Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) scheme was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
Notified in 2023. Total outlay: ₹5,000 crore. Goal: make India globally competitive in Pharma-MedTech through industry-academia linkage.
Q28.
What is the name of the scheme by MeitY to boost manufacturing of passive electronic components?
✔ Correct: D
First dedicated PLI for passive components (resistors, capacitors, relays). 3 incentive models: turnover-linked, capex-linked, hybrid.
Q29.
Which state launched CM-FLIGHT (Chief Minister's Foreign Languages Initiative for Global Human Talent) in October 2025?
✔ Correct: A
First cohort: 180 youth, Japanese language training. Target sectors: construction, nursing care, food service. Strengthens Indo-Japan people-to-people ties.
Q30.
Which state launched 'From Manhole to Machine Hole' scheme to replace manual sewer cleaning with machines?
✔ Correct: B
Social Justice Dept oversight. Robotic machines across 29 municipal corporations. Aligns with Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers Act, 2013.
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Q31.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched by which ministry? (Repeated with new context)
✔ Correct: D
25 lakh additional LPG connections sanctioned on 22 Sep 2025 for FY 2025-26. Total connections since inception to reach 10.58 crore. ₹300 subsidy per 14.2 kg cylinder, 9 refills/year.
Q32.
Which is the world's largest government-funded health insurance scheme (7 years, Sep 2025)?
✔ Correct: A
AB-PMJAY — 55 crore+ beneficiaries. ₹5 lakh/family/year. Cashless and paperless treatment across India.
Q33.
Which state launched Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana in September 2025?
✔ Correct: C
Launched 25 Sep 2025. ₹2,100/month to ~20 lakh women aged 23–60 (family income ≤ ₹1 lakh). Annual budget: ₹5,000 crore.
Q34.
Which state launched 'NORKA Care', a health and accident insurance scheme?
✔ Correct: C
For Non-Resident Keralites (NRKs) and Keralite students abroad. ₹5 lakh health insurance + ₹10 lakh accident cover. Operational from Kerala Piravi Day (1 Nov 2025).
Q35.
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme is administered by which ministry?
✔ Correct: B
Extended till 31 March 2026. Administered by Dept of Revenue, MoF. Refunds embedded duties/taxes/levies on exported goods.
Q36.
Development of Industry Associations (DIA) scheme launched by which institution?
✔ Correct: D
Same as Q26 with additional context. 125 representatives from 90 industry associations. Focus on MSME support.
Q37.
What is the name of the scheme to modernize 1,000 Government ITIs across India?
✔ Correct: A
PM-SETU = Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. ₹60,000 crore. Hub-and-spoke: 200 Hub + 800 Spoke ITIs.
Q38.
What scheme did ANRF's Executive Council approve a Special Purpose Fund (SPF) for?
✔ Correct: C
RDI Scheme: low/nil interest financing for private sector R&D. Supports Deep-Tech Fund of Funds. Governed by ANRF board chaired by PM.
Q39.
What is the name of the airfare scheme launched by the Civil Aviation Minister to make air travel affordable?
✔ Correct: B
Alliance Air's fixed airfare scheme. Single fixed fare regardless of booking date. Pilot: 13 Oct–31 Dec 2025. Aligns with UDAN vision. Benefits Tier-2/3 city passengers.
Q40.
Which organization launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA)?
✔ Correct: A
SITAA tackles deepfakes, spoofing, presentation attacks. 3 pilot challenges: Face Liveness Detection, PAD, Contactless Fingerprint Authentication.
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Q41.
What is the name of the scheme to promote manufacturing of high-value rare-earth magnets?
✔ Correct: B
Over ₹7,000 crore approved. Target: 6,000 MT/year. Covers entire value chain from rare-earth oxides to finished magnets.
Q42.
Scheme for Promotion of International Cooperation for AYUSH is implemented by which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
AYUSH = Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, Homeopathy. Boosts exports of AYUSH drugs and services globally.
Q43.
Foster Parent Scheme (Palak Mata-Pita Yojana) was launched by which state government in 2009-10?
✔ Correct: B
₹3,000/month to relatives/caregivers of orphaned children up to 18 years. Banaskantha district: 2,818 beneficiaries, ₹51.81 lakh/month currently.
Q44.
Pradhan Mantri–Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana is administered by which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Encourages states to boost agricultural productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, promote crop diversification.
Q45.
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana was launched under which campaign?
✔ Correct: A
Launched 22 Jan 2015. Interest: 8.2% p.a. (current). 4.53 crore+ accounts opened, deposits exceeding ₹3.33 lakh crore as of Dec 2025.
Q46.
Which state announced the 'Atal Vichal Agragami' scheme to support research scholars?
✔ Correct: A
₹25,000/month for research scholars; ₹40,000/month for Divyang scholars. Formal launch: 11 Feb 2026. Promotes research, innovation, academic excellence.
Q47.
Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) scheme is an initiative of which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
Launched Oct 2021. Target: 50 GWh battery manufacturing by 2026. Outlay: ₹18,100 crore. 1 million+ jobs goal.
Q48.
Which two schemes were announced in Union Budget 2026-27 for persons with disabilities?
✔ Correct: C
Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana: skill training for dignified livelihood. Divyang Sahara Yojana: supports ALIMCO to expand assistive device production.
Q49.
SVAMITVA Scheme is an initiative of which ministry?
✔ Correct: D
Launched 24 April 2020. As of Jan 2026: 3.06 crore property cards across 1.86 lakh villages. Drone surveys + GIS for land demarcation.
Q50.
Yuva Sahakar Scheme and Swayam Shakti Sahakar Scheme are implemented by which organization?
✔ Correct: A
NCDC under Ministry of Cooperation. Yuva Sahakar: youth-led cooperative entrepreneurship. Swayam Shakti Sahakar: affordable financial services for poor.
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Q51.
PM-POSHAN Scheme is implemented by which ministry?
✔ Correct: D
Formerly Mid-Day Meal Scheme. One hot cooked meal/school day to Balvatika + Class 1–8 students in govt/govt-aided schools. 22 states requested honorarium hike.
Q52.
Which ministry is the nodal ministry for PM VIKAS (Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan) scheme?
✔ Correct: C
Central Sector Scheme launched 2025. Focuses on socio-economic empowerment of 6 notified minority communities. Preserves traditional arts, crafts, manuscripts.
Q53.
What is the name of the scheme to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices?
✔ Correct: A
PMBJP — Jan Aushadhi Kendras sell medicines 50–80% cheaper. Covers 2,110 medicines + 315 surgicals. Target: 20,000 JAKs by 31 March 2026.
Q54.
Jiyo Parsi Scheme is implemented under which Union Ministry?
✔ Correct: D
Launched 2013-14. Supported birth of 490+ Parsi children. ₹35.05 crore financial assistance given. Aims to stabilize declining Parsi population.
Q55.
Which ministry launched the Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme?
✔ Correct: B
NITI Aayog's Women Entrepreneurship Platform as knowledge partner. Pilot in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, UP, and Telangana.
Q56.
Which state/UT approved Chief Minister Skill Development Scheme for artisans of khadi, handloom, cottage industries in Feb 2026?
✔ Correct: D
Via Delhi Khadi and Village Industries Board (DKVIB). FY 2025-26: 3,728 beneficiaries, ₹8.95 crore. First phase: 18,000 tailors. 12-day training with stipend + toolkits.
Q57.
What is the primary objective of the NALSA SAMVAD Scheme?
✔ Correct: A
Launched April 2025 by NALSA. For Scheduled Tribes, PVTGs, DNTs. District-level SAMVAD Units with tribal lawyers and para-legal volunteers. Legal aid on land/forest rights.
Q58.
Design Linked Incentive Scheme is implemented by which ministry?
✔ Correct: B
Under Semicon India Programme. Develops fabless semiconductor capability. Provides financial aid + EDA tools + IP cores access to chip design startups.
Q59.
Which state launched 'Meri Rasoi Yojana' to strengthen food and nutrition security in Feb 2026?
✔ Correct: A
40 lakh families — free quarterly ration kits from April. Each kit: 2 kg moong-chana dal, 2 kg sugar, 1 kg salt, 200g turmeric, 1L mustard oil.
Q60.
Which state launched Homestay Scheme 2026 to boost tourism?
✔ Correct: A
Rajasthan Homestay (Paying Guest House) Scheme 2026. Tourist arrivals rose 9.74% in 2025: 25.44 crore visitors. Aim: boost rural income + self-employment.
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Q61.
Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens (IPSrC) is a component of which scheme?
✔ Correct: B
Ministry of Social Justice. Grants to NGOs for Senior Citizen Homes, Mobile Medicare Units, Physiotherapy Units, RRTCs. HelpAge India: designated RRTC.
Q62.
Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS) for MSMEs is implemented by which organization?
✔ Correct: A
60% guarantee coverage for loans up to ₹100 crore for machinery/equipment. Min project cost reduced from 75% to 60%. Now includes service sector MSMEs too.
Q63.
What scheme was approved by Union Cabinet to modernize immigration, visa, and foreigners registration?
✔ Correct: B
Continuation approved: 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031, budget ₹1,800 crore. Focuses on emerging tech, core infrastructure at Immigration Posts, FRROs.
Q64.
What is the name of the regional connectivity scheme to make air travel affordable in India?
✔ Correct: A
UDAN = Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik. Modified version approved: ₹28,840 crore outlay, 10-year period (FY 2026-27 to 2035-36). Connects unserved airports.
Q65.
Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: A
Duration revised: 1 year → 6–9 months. Age: 21–24 → 18–25 years. Monthly allowance: ₹5,000 → ₹9,000.
Q66.
What is the primary objective of the PM SVANidhi scheme?
✔ Correct: B
Launched 1 June 2020 by MoHUA. 1 crore+ loans, ₹17,115 crore disbursed. First loan: ₹15,000; second: ₹25,000. Collateral-free.
Q67.
Which state launched Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana (MMMDSY)?
✔ Correct: A
Budget: ₹9,300 crore for FY 2026-27. DBT scheme. Covers ~97% adult women (18+ registered voters in Punjab).
Q68.
What is the name of the scheme introduced to support 9 Himalayan states in 2026-27?
✔ Correct: C
March 2026 under SASCI framework. 9 states: Arunachal Pradesh, HP, Nagaland, Uttarakhand, Tripura, Manipur, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Mizoram.
Q69.
Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL) Scheme is related to which sector?
✔ Correct: B
Ministry of Textiles extended it till 30 Sep 2026. Operational since 2019. Provides reimbursement of all embedded state and central taxes on textile exports.
Q70.
PM-WANI Scheme is associated with which sector?
✔ Correct: A
As of Feb 2026: 4,09,403 PDOs, 207 PDOAs, 113 App Providers. 2.44 crore users. 58.64 petabytes data consumed. Delhi, MH, Karnataka, UP lead in hotspot deployment.
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Q71.
SVAMITVA scheme was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: B
SVAMITVA = Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas. Launched 24 April 2021 (National Panchayati Raj Day). Provides legal property ownership cards to rural households.
Q72.
What scheme was approved by Union Cabinet to provide credit guarantee support to businesses?
✔ Correct: B
100% guarantee for MSMEs, 90% for non-MSMEs/airlines. Airlines limit: ₹1,500 crore. Valid till 31 March 2027. Addresses West Asia crisis liquidity issues.
Q73.
"Meri Rasoi Yojna" (Punjab) is implemented under which Act?
✔ Correct: A
Free kitchen kits to ~40 lakh NFSA families. Contents: moong-chana dal, sugar, salt, turmeric, mustard oil. Distributed every 3 months. Priority: divyang, senior citizens, single-parent households.
Q74.
What is the name of scheme for developing investment-ready world-class industrial parks across India?
✔ Correct: B
DPIIT Central Sector Scheme. 100 industrial parks (2026-27 to 2031-32), outlay ~₹33,660 crore. Phase 1: 50 parks via challenge-based competitive process. Supports Make in India + PM Gati Shakti.
Q75.
Which state launched Annapurna Yojana in May 2026?
✔ Correct: B
₹3,000/month to women via DBT (Aadhaar-linked). Effective from 1 June 2026. Eligible: women 25–60 years, non-income tax payer, not govt employee/pension recipient.
Q76.
Which ministry launched Mission Senehjori?
✔ Correct: B
Transforms Assam's Muga silk into globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem. In collaboration with Govt of Assam, Central Silk Board, MoT. Muga Silk = world's only naturally golden silk + India's first GI-tagged silk.
Q77.
What is the name of the scheme to modernize 1,000 Government ITIs?
✔ Correct: B
PM-SETU = Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. Hub-and-spoke: 200 Hub ITIs + 800 Spoke ITIs. Industry Interaction held for Rajasthan cluster (3 June 2026).
Q78.
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship scheme of which ministry?
✔ Correct: C
Launched 2015. 3 phases (2015–2022) with outlay ~₹14,450 crore. Recently reviewed by Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
Q79.
National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme was launched by which ministry?
✔ Correct: B
Launched Oct 2016 by Ministry of MSME. Empowers SC/ST entrepreneurs via capacity building, market access, financial assistance, and public procurement participation.
Q80.
Atal Asra Yojana was launched by which state government?
✔ Correct: A
Housing assistance scheme for Scheduled Tribe (ST) families. Up to ₹3 lakh for construction, reconstruction, or repair. Improves housing conditions of tribal families.
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