UPSC Daily Quiz 24 January 2026
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Vajiram & Ravi’s Daily UPSC Quiz is designed to help aspirants strengthen their preparation by focusing on current affairs and concepts from the UPSC Syllabus 2026 for both Prelims & Mains. It allows candidates to revise important topics while regularly assessing their understanding and progress. Practicing these quizzes daily can improve accuracy, speed, and problem-solving skills. This consistent practice also enhances confidence in tackling exam-level questions. Overall, it is a valuable tool for both UPSC Prelims preparation and Mains revision.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Pandoh Dam, recently seen in the news:
- It is constructed on the Beas River.
- It is located in Punjab.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
The release of silt-laden water from Pandoh Dam into the Sutlej river, instead of the Beas, by Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has drawn the ire of the Punjab Government.
About Pandoh Dam:
- It is an embankment dam constructed on the Beas River in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.
- It is located at a distance of 10 km from Manali.
- Under the Beas Project, the dam was completed in the year 1977, and it was built with the primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation.
- It is a concrete gravity dam, around 76 meters high and about 492 meters long.
- Being a part of a run-of-the-river power design, this dam diverts the water of the Beas River through 38 km long canals and tunnels to generate power at the Dehar Power House before being discharged into the Sutlej
- The powerhouse has an installed capacity of 990 MW.
- The dam has also created the Pandoh Lake, a popular tourist spot located 19 km upstream from the town of Mandi.
- The dam is under the Bhakra Beas Management Board.
- The road that goes over the dam is NH 21.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
The release of silt-laden water from Pandoh Dam into the Sutlej river, instead of the Beas, by Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has drawn the ire of the Punjab Government.
About Pandoh Dam:
- It is an embankment dam constructed on the Beas River in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.
- It is located at a distance of 10 km from Manali.
- Under the Beas Project, the dam was completed in the year 1977, and it was built with the primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation.
- It is a concrete gravity dam, around 76 meters high and about 492 meters long.
- Being a part of a run-of-the-river power design, this dam diverts the water of the Beas River through 38 km long canals and tunnels to generate power at the Dehar Power House before being discharged into the Sutlej
- The powerhouse has an installed capacity of 990 MW.
- The dam has also created the Pandoh Lake, a popular tourist spot located 19 km upstream from the town of Mandi.
- The dam is under the Bhakra Beas Management Board.
- The road that goes over the dam is NH 21.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Asiatic Wild Dog, recently seen in the news:
- It is a reddish-brown, medium-sized wild dog found throughout Central, Eastern and Southeastern Asia.
- It is classified as ‘Endangered’ under the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
A rare Asiatic Wild Dog ‘Dhole’, has been seen for the first time in Ratapani Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh recently.
About Asiatic Wild Dog:
- The Asiatic wild dog, also called Dhole, is a wild Asian carnivore of the dog family (Canidae).
- Scientific Name: Cuon alpinus
- Other Names: Indian wild dog, whistling dog, red wolf, red dog, and mountain wolf.
- Distribution:
- They are found throughout Central, Eastern and Southeastern Asia.
- In India, they are found in three clusters across India, namely the Western and Eastern Ghats, the central Indian landscape, and Northeast India.
- The Western and Eastern Ghats are stronghold regions for dholes.
- Habitat: They inhabit dense jungles, steppes, mountains, scrub forests, and pine forests.
- Features:
- It is a sleek, reddish-brown, medium-sized
- It measures up to around 20 inches with a bushy black tail, which adds up to a foot and a half.
- Males are generally more muscular than females.
- Their broad head and exceptionally sharp jaws give them an iconic facial appearance, which makes their body look more aligned.
- This species tends to live in groups with numbers ranging from 2-25 individuals.
- They are fast runners, excellent swimmers, and impressive jumpers.
- They are great communicators and use an eerie whistle to communicate with each other.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red List: Endangered
Hence both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
A rare Asiatic Wild Dog ‘Dhole’, has been seen for the first time in Ratapani Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh recently.
About Asiatic Wild Dog:
- The Asiatic wild dog, also called Dhole, is a wild Asian carnivore of the dog family (Canidae).
- Scientific Name: Cuon alpinus
- Other Names: Indian wild dog, whistling dog, red wolf, red dog, and mountain wolf.
- Distribution:
- They are found throughout Central, Eastern and Southeastern Asia.
- In India, they are found in three clusters across India, namely the Western and Eastern Ghats, the central Indian landscape, and Northeast India.
- The Western and Eastern Ghats are stronghold regions for dholes.
- Habitat: They inhabit dense jungles, steppes, mountains, scrub forests, and pine forests.
- Features:
- It is a sleek, reddish-brown, medium-sized
- It measures up to around 20 inches with a bushy black tail, which adds up to a foot and a half.
- Males are generally more muscular than females.
- Their broad head and exceptionally sharp jaws give them an iconic facial appearance, which makes their body look more aligned.
- This species tends to live in groups with numbers ranging from 2-25 individuals.
- They are fast runners, excellent swimmers, and impressive jumpers.
- They are great communicators and use an eerie whistle to communicate with each other.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red List: Endangered
Hence both statements are correct.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following best describes ‘Tailings’?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
The central government recently announced the country’s first tailings policy, setting guidelines for exploration of critical minerals from primary as well as the secondary sources like mine dumps and tailings of existing mines.
About Tailings:
- Tailings are the leftover materials from the processing of mined ore.
- They consist of finely ground rock, unrecoverable or uneconomic metals, chemicals, organic matter, and effluent from the extraction process.
- They usually take the form of a liquid slurry made of fine mineral particles, created as mined ore is crushed, ground, and processed.
- Effective tailings management is integral to the safe and sustainable production of metals and minerals.
- Tailings can be stored in a variety of ways; which way depends on numerous factors, for instance, the local topography, how much rainfall an area gets, whether there is regular or irregular seismic activity recorded, the type of mineral being mined, and how close the mine is to populated areas.
- There is no one-size-fits-all solution; each tailings facility (also commonly known as a tailings storage facility) is unique.
- Dams, embankments, and other types of surface impoundments are by far the most common storage methods used today.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
The central government recently announced the country’s first tailings policy, setting guidelines for exploration of critical minerals from primary as well as the secondary sources like mine dumps and tailings of existing mines.
About Tailings:
- Tailings are the leftover materials from the processing of mined ore.
- They consist of finely ground rock, unrecoverable or uneconomic metals, chemicals, organic matter, and effluent from the extraction process.
- They usually take the form of a liquid slurry made of fine mineral particles, created as mined ore is crushed, ground, and processed.
- Effective tailings management is integral to the safe and sustainable production of metals and minerals.
- Tailings can be stored in a variety of ways; which way depends on numerous factors, for instance, the local topography, how much rainfall an area gets, whether there is regular or irregular seismic activity recorded, the type of mineral being mined, and how close the mine is to populated areas.
- There is no one-size-fits-all solution; each tailings facility (also commonly known as a tailings storage facility) is unique.
- Dams, embankments, and other types of surface impoundments are by far the most common storage methods used today.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsVitamin B1 deficiency can lead to which of the following conditions?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Analysis of bowel habits in over 268,000 people reveals how thiamine-related genes influence gut motility, linking constipation and diarrhea to shared biology and suggesting new IBS treatments.
About Vitamin B1:
- Also known as thiamine or thiamin, vitamin B1 is a water-soluble vitamin, as are all vitamins of the B complex.
- Benefits:
- Thiamine helps convert carbohydrates into energy, allowing our cells to function optimally.
- It is also involved in supporting the nervous system, promoting healthy brain function, and aiding in the metabolism of proteins and fats.
- Vitamin B1 helps prevent complications in the:
- nervous system
- brain
- muscles
- heart
- stomach
- intestines
- It is also involved in the flow of electrolytes into and out of muscle and nerve cells.
- Thiamine occurs naturally in specific diets, is added to food products, and is available in dietary supplements.
- Brown rice, whole grains, pork, poultry, soybeans, nuts, peas, dried beans, and fortified or enriched grain products such as bread, cereals, and infant formulas are rich sources of thiamine.
- Humans need a continuous supply of vitamin B1 because the body does not store it in significant amounts. It should be part of someone’s daily diet.
- Vitamin B1 Deficiency:
- A deficiency in thiamine can lead to a condition known as beriberi, which can cause symptoms like weakness, fatigue, nerve problems, and heart issues.
○ Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome: This severe form of thiamine deficiency is often associated with alcohol abuse and can lead to symptoms such as:
- Confusion and memory loss.
- Difficulty with balance and coordination.
- Visual disturbances, including double vision or eye muscle weakness.
Hence option c is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Analysis of bowel habits in over 268,000 people reveals how thiamine-related genes influence gut motility, linking constipation and diarrhea to shared biology and suggesting new IBS treatments.
About Vitamin B1:
- Also known as thiamine or thiamin, vitamin B1 is a water-soluble vitamin, as are all vitamins of the B complex.
- Benefits:
- Thiamine helps convert carbohydrates into energy, allowing our cells to function optimally.
- It is also involved in supporting the nervous system, promoting healthy brain function, and aiding in the metabolism of proteins and fats.
- Vitamin B1 helps prevent complications in the:
- nervous system
- brain
- muscles
- heart
- stomach
- intestines
- It is also involved in the flow of electrolytes into and out of muscle and nerve cells.
- Thiamine occurs naturally in specific diets, is added to food products, and is available in dietary supplements.
- Brown rice, whole grains, pork, poultry, soybeans, nuts, peas, dried beans, and fortified or enriched grain products such as bread, cereals, and infant formulas are rich sources of thiamine.
- Humans need a continuous supply of vitamin B1 because the body does not store it in significant amounts. It should be part of someone’s daily diet.
- Vitamin B1 Deficiency:
- A deficiency in thiamine can lead to a condition known as beriberi, which can cause symptoms like weakness, fatigue, nerve problems, and heart issues.
○ Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome: This severe form of thiamine deficiency is often associated with alcohol abuse and can lead to symptoms such as:
- Confusion and memory loss.
- Difficulty with balance and coordination.
- Visual disturbances, including double vision or eye muscle weakness.
Hence option c is the correct answer.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Gandak River:
- It is a tributary of the Ganga.
- It flows through Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
The Gandak River has emerged as the second major river after the Chambal with the highest number of gharials, also known as fish-eating crocodiles.
About Gandak River:
- The Gandak River, also known as the Narayani and Gandaki, is one of the major rivers in Nepal and a left-bank tributary of the Ganges in India.
- It is mentioned in the ancient Sanskrit epic Mahabharata.
- Course:
- It originates at an altitude of 7620 m above msl to the north of Dhaulagiri Mountain in Tibet near the Nepal border.
- After flowing through Tibet, it crosses Nepal, where it is also known as Narayani, to enter the Indian Territory.
- The river enters India from Valmikinagar in the West Champaran district of Bihar. The entry point of the river is at the Indo–Nepal border and is known as Triveni.
- In India, it flows southeast, across the upper Gangetic plain in eastern Uttar Pradesh and northwestern Bihar.
- Gandak joins Ganga near Patna in Vaishali district of Bihar.
- The total length of the river is 700 km. In India, it covers a course of more than 300 km.
- It is bounded on the north by the Himalayas, south by the River Ganga, east by the Burhi Gandak Basin and on the west by the Ghagra Basin.
- There are about 1,710 glaciers and over 300 lakes in the upper catchment of Gandaki.
- Due to the steep slope and loose soil in the upper catchment, Gandak carries a lot of silt and other deposits to the Indian side, resulting in a continuous shifting course of the river.
- While flowing through the Nepal Himalayas, it forms the Kali Gandaki gorge, one of the deepest river gorges in the world.
- Two important protected areas, Chitwan National Park in Nepal and the adjacent Valmiki Tiger reserve in India, have been established in the basin.
- Major Tributaries: Daraudi, Seti, Madi, Marsyandi, and Budhi Gandaki.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
The Gandak River has emerged as the second major river after the Chambal with the highest number of gharials, also known as fish-eating crocodiles.
About Gandak River:
- The Gandak River, also known as the Narayani and Gandaki, is one of the major rivers in Nepal and a left-bank tributary of the Ganges in India.
- It is mentioned in the ancient Sanskrit epic Mahabharata.
- Course:
- It originates at an altitude of 7620 m above msl to the north of Dhaulagiri Mountain in Tibet near the Nepal border.
- After flowing through Tibet, it crosses Nepal, where it is also known as Narayani, to enter the Indian Territory.
- The river enters India from Valmikinagar in the West Champaran district of Bihar. The entry point of the river is at the Indo–Nepal border and is known as Triveni.
- In India, it flows southeast, across the upper Gangetic plain in eastern Uttar Pradesh and northwestern Bihar.
- Gandak joins Ganga near Patna in Vaishali district of Bihar.
- The total length of the river is 700 km. In India, it covers a course of more than 300 km.
- It is bounded on the north by the Himalayas, south by the River Ganga, east by the Burhi Gandak Basin and on the west by the Ghagra Basin.
- There are about 1,710 glaciers and over 300 lakes in the upper catchment of Gandaki.
- Due to the steep slope and loose soil in the upper catchment, Gandak carries a lot of silt and other deposits to the Indian side, resulting in a continuous shifting course of the river.
- While flowing through the Nepal Himalayas, it forms the Kali Gandaki gorge, one of the deepest river gorges in the world.
- Two important protected areas, Chitwan National Park in Nepal and the adjacent Valmiki Tiger reserve in India, have been established in the basin.
- Major Tributaries: Daraudi, Seti, Madi, Marsyandi, and Budhi Gandaki.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsASC Arjun, recently in news, is a:
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, the Indian Railways has introduced a humanoid robot named “ASC ARJUN” at Visakhapatnam Railway Station.
It is a humanoid robot introduced by the Indian Railways.
The robot will operate alongside Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel to assist in station operations, particularly during periods of heavy passenger movement.
It is designed and developed entirely in Visakhapatnam using home-grown technology.
Features of ASC Arjun:
It is equipped with a Face Recognition System (FRS) for intrusion detection, AI-based crowd monitoring and real-time alert generation for RPF control rooms.
It can also make automated public announcements in English, Hindi and Telugu to assist passengers and promote safety awareness.
It also features semi-autonomous navigation with obstacle-avoidance capability,
It can patrol station platforms round the clock, supporting surveillance and optimising manpower deployment.
It is also fitted with fire and smoke detection systems to aid timely response during emergencies.
It has been designed for passenger interaction, offering gestures such as a ‘Namaste’ for passengers and salutes for RPF personnel, along with an interface to provide information and assistance.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217905®=6&lang=1
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, the Indian Railways has introduced a humanoid robot named “ASC ARJUN” at Visakhapatnam Railway Station.
It is a humanoid robot introduced by the Indian Railways.
The robot will operate alongside Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel to assist in station operations, particularly during periods of heavy passenger movement.
It is designed and developed entirely in Visakhapatnam using home-grown technology.
Features of ASC Arjun:
It is equipped with a Face Recognition System (FRS) for intrusion detection, AI-based crowd monitoring and real-time alert generation for RPF control rooms.
It can also make automated public announcements in English, Hindi and Telugu to assist passengers and promote safety awareness.
It also features semi-autonomous navigation with obstacle-avoidance capability,
It can patrol station platforms round the clock, supporting surveillance and optimising manpower deployment.
It is also fitted with fire and smoke detection systems to aid timely response during emergencies.
It has been designed for passenger interaction, offering gestures such as a ‘Namaste’ for passengers and salutes for RPF personnel, along with an interface to provide information and assistance.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217905®=6&lang=1
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar:
- It is awarded to individuals and organizations that have rendered selfless service rendered in the field of disaster management.
- Under this both Indian and foreigners are eligible for award.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), in the Institutional Category, and Lieutenant Colonel Seeta Ashok Shelke, in the individual Category, have been selected for the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2026.
It is an annual award instituted to recognize and honour the invaluable contribution and selfless service rendered by individuals and organizations in India in the field of disaster management.
The award is announced every year on the 23rd January, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
Eligibility
Only Indian nationals and Indian institutions are eligible to apply for the award.
Institutions, voluntary organisations, corporate entities, academic/research institutions, response/ uniformed forces or any other institution may apply as an institution for the award.
The candidate for the award must have worked in the area of Disaster Management like Prevention, Mitigation, Preparedness, Rescue, Response, Relief, Rehabilitation, Research/ Innovations or Early Warning related work in India.
Selection Process: A Screening Committee may be constituted by Member secretary/ member, NDMA to screen all the applications received.
Award
In case the winner being an institution, it shall receive a certificate and a cash prize of Rs.51 lakhs. This cash prize shall be utilized by the winning institution for Disaster Management related activities only.
In case of the winner being an individual, winner shall receive a certificate and a cash prize of Rs.5.00 lakhs.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetailm.aspx?PRID=2217527®=3&lang=1#:~:text
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), in the Institutional Category, and Lieutenant Colonel Seeta Ashok Shelke, in the individual Category, have been selected for the Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2026.
It is an annual award instituted to recognize and honour the invaluable contribution and selfless service rendered by individuals and organizations in India in the field of disaster management.
The award is announced every year on the 23rd January, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
Eligibility
Only Indian nationals and Indian institutions are eligible to apply for the award.
Institutions, voluntary organisations, corporate entities, academic/research institutions, response/ uniformed forces or any other institution may apply as an institution for the award.
The candidate for the award must have worked in the area of Disaster Management like Prevention, Mitigation, Preparedness, Rescue, Response, Relief, Rehabilitation, Research/ Innovations or Early Warning related work in India.
Selection Process: A Screening Committee may be constituted by Member secretary/ member, NDMA to screen all the applications received.
Award
In case the winner being an institution, it shall receive a certificate and a cash prize of Rs.51 lakhs. This cash prize shall be utilized by the winning institution for Disaster Management related activities only.
In case of the winner being an individual, winner shall receive a certificate and a cash prize of Rs.5.00 lakhs.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetailm.aspx?PRID=2217527®=3&lang=1#:~:text
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 points- It is a supply chain optimization tool under the Public Distribution System (PDS).
- It is developed jointly by the Department of Food and Public Distribution and United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) has achieved a remarkable milestone by being named as finalist for the 2026 Franz Edelman Award for its Anna Chakra initiative.
It is a supply chain optimization tool under the Public Distribution System (PDS).
It is an operations research–based decision support system designed to optimise state-specific food grain logistics under India’s Public Distribution System (PDS).
The initiative was developed through a Government–UN–Academia partnership, involving:
The Department of Food and Public Distribution,
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in India, and
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi.
It leverages advanced algorithms to identify optimal routes and ensure seamless movement of food grains across supply chain nodes.
It is integrated with the PM Gati Shakti platform and FOIS (Freight Operations Information System) portal of the Railways through Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP).
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217753®=3&lang=1
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) has achieved a remarkable milestone by being named as finalist for the 2026 Franz Edelman Award for its Anna Chakra initiative.
It is a supply chain optimization tool under the Public Distribution System (PDS).
It is an operations research–based decision support system designed to optimise state-specific food grain logistics under India’s Public Distribution System (PDS).
The initiative was developed through a Government–UN–Academia partnership, involving:
The Department of Food and Public Distribution,
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in India, and
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi.
It leverages advanced algorithms to identify optimal routes and ensure seamless movement of food grains across supply chain nodes.
It is integrated with the PM Gati Shakti platform and FOIS (Freight Operations Information System) portal of the Railways through Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP).
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217753®=3&lang=1
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference PLI Scheme for White Goods, to consider the following:
- It is aimed to create a robust domestic component ecosystem for the Air Conditioners and LED Lights industry.
- Any entity availing benefits under any other PLI Scheme of Govt. of India will not be eligible under this scheme.
- It is notified by the union Ministry of Finance.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, five companies have been selected under PLI Scheme for white goods.
It aims to create a robust domestic component ecosystem for the Air Conditioners and LED Lights industry and position India as an integral part of the global supply chains.
Objectives: It proposes a financial incentive to boost domestic manufacturing and attract large investments in the White Goods manufacturing value chain.
Incentives: The scheme will extend an incentive of 4-6% on incremental turnover over base year (2019-20) of goods sold in India and exported to global markets, to eligible companies for a period of 5 years.
Eligibility:
Applicants can be any company that should be incorporated in India under the provisions of the Company Act, 2013.
Eligibility shall be subject to the achievement of thresholds of net incremental sales of Eligible Products for the respective financial year over the base year and cumulative incremental investment in the preceding financial year.
Any entity availing benefits under any other PLI Scheme of Govt. of India will not be eligible under this scheme for the same products.
Duration: It is to be implemented over FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29
Nodal Ministry: The scheme was notified by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217743®=3&lang=1
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, five companies have been selected under PLI Scheme for white goods.
It aims to create a robust domestic component ecosystem for the Air Conditioners and LED Lights industry and position India as an integral part of the global supply chains.
Objectives: It proposes a financial incentive to boost domestic manufacturing and attract large investments in the White Goods manufacturing value chain.
Incentives: The scheme will extend an incentive of 4-6% on incremental turnover over base year (2019-20) of goods sold in India and exported to global markets, to eligible companies for a period of 5 years.
Eligibility:
Applicants can be any company that should be incorporated in India under the provisions of the Company Act, 2013.
Eligibility shall be subject to the achievement of thresholds of net incremental sales of Eligible Products for the respective financial year over the base year and cumulative incremental investment in the preceding financial year.
Any entity availing benefits under any other PLI Scheme of Govt. of India will not be eligible under this scheme for the same products.
Duration: It is to be implemented over FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29
Nodal Ministry: The scheme was notified by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2217743®=3&lang=1
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme:
- It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme and a component of SAMBAL sub-scheme under Mission Shakti.
- It aims to address the declining child sex ratio and prevent gender-based discrimination.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign completed 11 years.
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative, meaning “Save the Girl Child, Educate the Girl Child,”
It is a flagship initiative of the Government of India launched in 2015.
It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme and is component of SAMBAL sub-scheme under Mission Shakti.
Aim: It aims to address the declining child sex ratio, prevent gender-based discrimination, and promote education and empowerment of girls across the country.
Objectives of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Prevent Gender-Based Discrimination: Combat societal norms and practices that lead to discrimination against the girl child.
Improve Child Sex Ratio (CSR): Address the declining number of girls per 1,000 boys by curbing practices like female foeticide.
Promote Education for Girls: Ensure access to quality education for girls, thereby empowering them to lead independent lives.
Enhance Participation of Girls: Encourage the active participation of girls in various spheres, including sports, arts, and leadership roles.
Strengthen Existing Schemes: Integrate and reinforce existing government schemes aimed at the welfare of the girl child.
It was initiated as a tri-ministerial effort of Ministries of Women and Child Development, Health & Family Welfare and Ministry Of Education.
From 2021-22, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Minority Affairs have also been added as partners.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.newsonair.gov.in/beti-bachao-beti-padhao-campaign-completes-11-years/
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign completed 11 years.
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative, meaning “Save the Girl Child, Educate the Girl Child,”
It is a flagship initiative of the Government of India launched in 2015.
It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme and is component of SAMBAL sub-scheme under Mission Shakti.
Aim: It aims to address the declining child sex ratio, prevent gender-based discrimination, and promote education and empowerment of girls across the country.
Objectives of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Prevent Gender-Based Discrimination: Combat societal norms and practices that lead to discrimination against the girl child.
Improve Child Sex Ratio (CSR): Address the declining number of girls per 1,000 boys by curbing practices like female foeticide.
Promote Education for Girls: Ensure access to quality education for girls, thereby empowering them to lead independent lives.
Enhance Participation of Girls: Encourage the active participation of girls in various spheres, including sports, arts, and leadership roles.
Strengthen Existing Schemes: Integrate and reinforce existing government schemes aimed at the welfare of the girl child.
It was initiated as a tri-ministerial effort of Ministries of Women and Child Development, Health & Family Welfare and Ministry Of Education.
From 2021-22, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Minority Affairs have also been added as partners.
Hence both statements are correct.
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