10. Who are the principal beneficiaries identified under Himachal Pradesh’s Mukhya Mantri Sukh Ashray Yojana?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 10 Sep, Shift 3 – 2024]
A. Orphans, specially abled children, destitute women and senior citizens
B. Students and teachers generally
C. Farmers and agricultural labourers
D. Unemployed youth exclusively
Answer: A. Orphans, specially abled children, destitute women and senior citizens
Explanation: Himachal Pradesh’s Mukhya Mantri Sukh Ashray Yojana, approved in 2023, provides support to vulnerable groups including orphaned children, persons with disabilities, destitute women and older citizens. Its measures include welfare services, educational assistance and support for greater security and independence.
9. Which Indian state pioneered mid-day meals in elementary schools?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 10 Sep, Shift 2 – 2024]
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Karnataka
Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Tamil Nadu pioneered organised school meal initiatives and expanded them substantially during the twentieth century. Later, a national midday meal programme began in 1995. Providing meals to pupils supports nutrition, school attendance and retention, particularly among children from disadvantaged families.
8. What is the Centre-to-state assistance-sharing ratio under PMAY-Gramin in plain areas?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 9 Sep, Shift 3 – 2024]
A. 30:70
B. 90:10
C. 60:40
D. 40:60
Answer: C. 60:40
Explanation: Under PMAY-Gramin, central and state governments share housing assistance in a 60:40 ratio for plain areas. Northeastern and Himalayan states generally receive a more favourable 90:10 split. The scheme supports eligible rural households in building permanent homes with basic amenities.
7. Which state issued a 2022 draft senior-citizen policy proposing a dedicated welfare directorate under Article 41?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 9 Sep, Shift 2 – 2024]
A. Karnataka
B. Kerala
C. Telangana
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: D. Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Tamil Nadu released a draft policy for senior citizens in 2022, invoking Article 41’s direction regarding public assistance in old age. The proposal included a dedicated welfare directorate and measures addressing older people’s healthcare, income security and protection.
6. Which scheme covers death from any cause for ₹2 lakh, with an annual premium of ₹436 and entry age 18–50?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 2 – 2023]
A. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana
B. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana
C. Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan
D. Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana
Answer: A. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana offers renewable life-insurance protection for eligible bank-account holders. At the premium specified in the question, the policy provides ₹2 lakh following death from any cause. It differs from accident-only insurance and old-age pension schemes.
5. For how many days was the Padhe Bharat reading campaign scheduled from 1 January 2022?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 2 – 2023]
A. 100
B. 200
C. 50
D. 150
Answer: A. 100
Explanation: Padhe Bharat was a hundred-day reading campaign initiated by the Department of School Education and Literacy in January 2022. Through enjoyable reading activities, it aimed to build stronger reading habits and encourage children to associate books with curiosity and learning.
4. The Swachh Bharat Mission is associated with which Indian public figure?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 2 – 2023]
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Vallabhbhai Patel
D. Lal Bahadur Shastri
Answer: A. Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation: The Swachh Bharat Mission began on 2 October 2014, Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. Gandhi emphasised sanitation and cleanliness as fundamental social responsibilities. The initiative draws upon that legacy through efforts aimed at cleaner public spaces, improved sanitation and behavioural change.
3. How many infrastructure engines underpin the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 3 – 2023]
A. Two
B. Seven
C. Nine
D. Four
Answer: B. Seven
Explanation: PM Gati Shakti is structured around seven infrastructure engines: railways, roads, ports, waterways, airports, mass transport and logistics infrastructure. Their coordinated planning is designed to limit infrastructure bottlenecks, improve multimodal connections and support more efficient movement of goods and people.
2. Which portal introduced in 2022 facilitates applications and disbursement for government-backed credit schemes?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 3 – 2023]
A. Swayatta
B. Jan Samarth
C. e-Shram
D. YUKTI
Answer: B. Jan Samarth
Explanation: Jan Samarth is an integrated digital portal that connects applicants to participating credit-linked government schemes. It simplifies eligibility discovery, applications and related lending workflows. The platform reduces the need for applicants to navigate many separate departmental websites and fragmented procedures.
1. In which year did the Joint Forest Management approach arise in the context of India’s National Forest Policy?
[SSC CGL Tier I, 27 Jul, Shift 3 – 2023]
A. 1965
B. 1988
C. 1996
D. 1947
Answer: B. 1988
Explanation: The National Forest Policy of 1988 emphasised local people’s participation in protecting and developing forest resources. Joint Forest Management subsequently evolved through operational guidance, including a 1990 circular. The question links the participatory approach with the policy foundation laid in 1988.End of 100 exam-attributed questions · Numbered 100–1
