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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).
- A key focus of the scheme is to improve the quality of education and enhance learning outcomes at all levels from pre-school to class 12.
- It aims to promote the use of digital technology in education and includes provisions for smart classrooms and ICT labs.
- The scheme mandates that all schools, including private unaided schools, must fully implement the curriculum prescribed under SSA.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Enhancing the quality of education and improving learning outcomes for students across all levels of schooling, from pre-primary to senior secondary (Class 12), is a central goal of the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.
- The scheme has a significant focus on integrating technology into education to improve teaching and learning. It supports the establishment of smart classrooms, ICT labs, and the use of digital resources in schools.
- The Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan is primarily a scheme for government and government-aided schools.
Context:A Parliamentary Standing Committee has urged the Ministry of Education to resolve the dispute with West Bengal, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu regarding the non-release of over ₹4,000 crore in funds under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Enhancing the quality of education and improving learning outcomes for students across all levels of schooling, from pre-primary to senior secondary (Class 12), is a central goal of the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.
- The scheme has a significant focus on integrating technology into education to improve teaching and learning. It supports the establishment of smart classrooms, ICT labs, and the use of digital resources in schools.
- The Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan is primarily a scheme for government and government-aided schools.
Context:A Parliamentary Standing Committee has urged the Ministry of Education to resolve the dispute with West Bengal, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu regarding the non-release of over ₹4,000 crore in funds under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
- It was launched in 2015 with the primary aim of providing financial assistance to all pregnant women irrespective of their employment status.
- The scheme provides a cash benefit of ₹6,000 to eligible pregnant women and lactating mothers in four installments.
- The benefit under PMMVY is available for the first two living children of a family.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect - The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched on January 1, 2017
- The cash benefit provided under the PMMVY is ₹5,000, and it is disbursed in three installments upon meeting certain conditions related to registration of pregnancy
- The benefits under the PMMVY are provided only for the first living child of a family. The scheme aims to support women during their first pregnancy.
Context:The opposition has pointed out that maternity benefits mandated under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) are not being adequately implemented due to low budgetary allocation.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect - The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched on January 1, 2017
- The cash benefit provided under the PMMVY is ₹5,000, and it is disbursed in three installments upon meeting certain conditions related to registration of pregnancy
- The benefits under the PMMVY are provided only for the first living child of a family. The scheme aims to support women during their first pregnancy.
Context:The opposition has pointed out that maternity benefits mandated under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) are not being adequately implemented due to low budgetary allocation.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Black Sea?
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Option d significant portion of its deeper waters is anoxic, lacking dissolved oxygen. Incorrect
Option d significant portion of its deeper waters is anoxic, lacking dissolved oxygen. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the National Technical Textiles Mission
- It was launched by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in the year 2015.
- The mission aims to position India as a global leader in the production and application of technical textiles.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The National Technical Textiles Mission was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) in February 2020, and it is being implemented by the Ministry of Textiles, not the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- One of the primary objectives of the National Technical Textiles Mission is to establish India as a global leader in the domain of technical textiles by enhancing its production, consumption, and export in this sector.
Context:Recently, the National Technical Textiles Mission completed 5 Years.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The National Technical Textiles Mission was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) in February 2020, and it is being implemented by the Ministry of Textiles, not the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- One of the primary objectives of the National Technical Textiles Mission is to establish India as a global leader in the domain of technical textiles by enhancing its production, consumption, and export in this sector.
Context:Recently, the National Technical Textiles Mission completed 5 Years.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise (Dx-EDGE).
- It is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to promote digital literacy.
- The primary goal of Dx-EDGE is to foster innovation and technology development in the defence and aerospace sectors by engaging with startups and MSMEs.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with NITI Aayog and AICTE, has launched a national initiative—Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise (Dx-EDGE).
- The primary goal of Dx-EDGE is to foster innovation and technology development in the defence and aerospace sectors by engaging with startups and MSMEs.
Context:The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with NITI Aayog and AICTE, has launched a national initiative—Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise (Dx-EDGE).
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with NITI Aayog and AICTE, has launched a national initiative—Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise (Dx-EDGE).
- The primary goal of Dx-EDGE is to foster innovation and technology development in the defence and aerospace sectors by engaging with startups and MSMEs.
Context:The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with NITI Aayog and AICTE, has launched a national initiative—Digital Excellence for Growth and Enterprise (Dx-EDGE).
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