Social problems population education health employment poverty. - One Line Questions
1.
The 'Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan' (SSA) was launched with the goal of universalizing elementary education. Which age group does it primarily target? —
6-14 years
2.
The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA), now Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), guarantees how many days of wage employment in a financial year to at least one member of every household? —
100 days
3.
The concept of 'Zero Population Growth' implies: —
A birth rate equal to the death rate
4.
What does the term 'demographic dividend' refer to in the context of population studies? —
A large working-age population relative to the dependent population
5.
Which government initiative provides insurance cover against unforeseen events like death and disability for a nominal premium? —
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
6.
Which government initiative focuses on improving maternal and child health services? —
National Health Mission
7.
Which factor is generally considered a primary driver of urbanization in India? —
Increased job opportunities in cities
8.
Which of the following is a major cause of population growth in India? —
High fertility rate and declining mortality rate
9.
The 'National Skill Development Corporation' (NSDC) aims to enable the private sector to drive skill development. What is its role? —
Facilitating, catalyzing, and leveraging sector skill councils and industry partnerships
10.
The National Population Policy of India (2000) aims to achieve population stabilization. What is a key strategy mentioned in the policy? —
Incentivizing smaller family norms
11.
The 'Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana' (PMKVY) is primarily focused on: —
Skill development and vocational training
12.
Which social problem is often exacerbated by a lack of access to quality education and healthcare? —
Poverty and inequality
13.
Which social problem is directly addressed by programs like 'Antyodaya Anna Yojana'? —
Poverty and food insecurity
14.
The 'Integrated Child Development Services' (ICDS) scheme provides a package of services to children below six years of age. Which of the following is NOT typically part of this package? —
Higher education funding
15.
Which of the following is a consequence of rapid population growth in an economy? —
Strain on resources and infrastructure
16.
What is the main impact of a high dependency ratio on an economy? —
Increased demand for social services and potential strain on resources
17.
The 'National Health Policy' of India sets targets for various health indicators. Which of the following is a common goal across different policies? —
Reducing the maternal mortality ratio
18.
What is the term for the movement of people from rural areas to urban areas? —
Migration
19.
Which of the following is a major challenge related to population education in India? —
Insufficient teacher training and integration into the mainstream curriculum
20.
Which factor contributes most significantly to unemployment in rural areas of India? —
Dependence on agriculture and seasonal employment
21.
What is the main indicator used to measure poverty in India? —
Poverty line
22.
Which poverty alleviation program in India focuses on self-employment and the creation of micro-enterprises? —
Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) (now merged into NRLM)
23.
Which ministry in India is primarily responsible for implementing policies related to health? —
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
24.
The 'National AIDS Control Programme' (NACP) is implemented by which organization? —
National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO)
25.
Which government initiative focuses on improving sanitation facilities in rural households? —
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin)
26.
The National Health Profile (NHP) is published annually by which organization? —
Central Bureau of Health Intelligence (CBHI)
27.
The 'National Health Insurance Scheme' (NIIS) was a precursor to which larger health scheme? —
Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)
28.
What is a key challenge in implementing poverty alleviation programs in India? —
Ineffective targeting and leakages
29.
Which of the following is a significant social problem in India often linked to poverty and lack of education? —
Child labour
30.
The 'Mid-Day Meal Scheme' in India primarily aims to improve which aspect of children's lives? —
Nutritional levels and school attendance
31.
The 'National Rural Livelihoods Mission' (NRLM) aims to empower rural poor women by organizing them into: —
Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
32.
Which of the following is a direct cash transfer scheme aimed at providing financial support to the elderly, disabled, and widows? —
National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
33.
Which government scheme aims to provide financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers for their first child? —
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
34.
The 'National Policy on Education' (1986) emphasized universal access and equity. What was a key recommendation for higher education? —
Promoting vocationalization and professionalization of education
35.
The 'National Policy for Persons with Disabilities' (2006) aims to ensure equal opportunities and rights for persons with disabilities. What is a key focus area? —
Promoting accessibility and inclusion in education, employment, and society
36.
Which government program focuses on providing affordable healthcare to the poor and vulnerable sections of society? —
Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)
37.
The concept of 'Total Fertility Rate' (TFR) refers to: —
The average number of children born to a woman during her lifetime
38.
What does the term 'age structure pyramid' represent? —
The distribution of a population by age and sex
39.
What is the significance of the 'Replacement Level Fertility Rate'? —
The average number of children a couple must have to replace themselves
40.
What is the 'dependency ratio' in demography? —
The ratio of the non-working-age population (children and elderly) to the working-age population
41.
What does the term 'population momentum' refer to? —
The tendency for population size to continue growing even after fertility rates have fallen to replacement level
42.
What is the primary objective of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan? —
To improve sanitation and cleanliness
43.
What is the main objective of the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' scheme? —
To improve the sex ratio at birth and empower girls
44.
The 'National Food Security Act, 2013' aims to provide subsidized food grains to a significant portion of the population. What is its main objective? —
To ensure food and nutritional security at affordable prices
45.
The 'Janani Suraksha Yojana' (JSY) is a component of the National Health Mission and aims to promote institutional delivery. What is its primary objective? —
To reduce maternal and neonatal mortality by encouraging delivery in health facilities
46.
The 'Skill India Mission' aims to equip the youth with employable skills. What is its primary objective? —
To enhance vocational training and entrepreneurship
47.
What is the primary aim of the 'Pradhan Mantri Dhan Yojana' (PMJDY)? —
To ensure financial inclusion by providing access to banking, insurance, and pension
48.
The 'National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme' (NREGS) was renamed MGNREGA. What is the primary objective of this scheme? —
To guarantee at least 100 days of wage employment to rural households
49.
What is the primary focus of the 'Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan' (RMSA)? —
Improving access and quality of secondary education
50.
The 'National Rural Health Mission' (NRHM), now part of the National Health Mission (NHM), aimed to improve healthcare in which sector? —
Rural areas