TNPSC Group 2 / 2A - Political parties and welfare schemes for various sections of people rationale behind reservation policy and access to social resources. Online Test (MCQ Quiz)

1. What is the primary objective of a political party?

A) To promote individual candidate's fame B) To contest elections and hold power C) To provide social services directly D) To influence international policy

2. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a recognized political party in India?

A) Having a national symbol B) Winning a minimum percentage of votes or seats C) Being registered with the Election Commission D) Having a minimum number of members

3. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' in India is primarily based on:

A) Meritocracy and equal opportunity for all B) Historical social inequalities and promoting social justice C) Economic liberalization and market efficiency D) National security and defense preparedness

4. Which constitutional article deals with the provision for reservation of seats in educational institutions for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?

A) Article 15(4) B) Article 16(4) C) Article 29(2) D) Article 330

5. The Mandal Commission was established to examine the issues of:

A) Women's empowerment B) Backward classes C) Minority rights D) Agricultural reforms

6. Which of the following is a welfare scheme aimed at improving the nutritional status of pregnant women and lactating mothers?

A) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana B) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) C) Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Scheme D) National Health Mission (NHM)

7. Access to social resources refers to:

A) The availability of private goods B) The ability of individuals and groups to utilize public services and opportunities C) The accumulation of personal wealth D) The control over natural resources by corporations

8. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' aims to address:

A) Class disparities B) Caste-based discrimination and exclusion C) Regional imbalances D) Religious intolerance

9. Which of the following is a central sector scheme providing financial assistance for girl child education?

A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao B) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana C) National Scholarship Portal D) Mid-Day Meal Scheme

10. What is the primary goal of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?

A) To provide affordable housing B) To provide clean cooking fuel (LPG) C) To promote digital literacy D) To ensure access to electricity

11. A 'fringe party' in the Indian political context typically refers to:

A) A party with a strong national presence B) A party that has limited electoral success or regional influence C) A party that strictly adheres to the constitution D) A party that forms the ruling government

12. The concept of 'social justice' as a rationale for reservation implies:

A) Ensuring equal outcomes for all, regardless of background B) Correcting historical injustices and empowering disadvantaged groups C) Promoting individual competition and merit D) Maintaining the status quo of social hierarchies

13. Which welfare scheme aims to provide health insurance coverage to the poor and vulnerable families?

A) Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) B) Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) C) Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) D) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)

14. The 'access to social resources' is crucial for:

A) Concentrating wealth in a few hands B) Promoting social mobility and reducing inequality C) Limiting opportunities for certain groups D) Strengthening the power of elite classes

15. What is the main purpose of the 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' scheme?

A) To provide financial aid for marriage B) To prevent female foeticide and promote education of the girl child C) To offer vocational training for women D) To support women entrepreneurs

16. Reservation in public employment in India is primarily covered under:

A) Article 14 B) Article 16 C) Article 21 D) Article 32

17. A political party that is present in a few states and has a significant vote share in those states is often termed as a:

A) National Party B) Regional Party C) Registered Unrecognized Party D) State Party

18. The rationale behind reservation policy is strongly linked to the constitutional directive of:

A) Economic development B) Social justice and equality C) National integration D) Foreign policy

19. Which scheme provides assured employment of 100 days in a financial year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work?

A) National Food Security Act B) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana C) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) D) National Rural Livelihood Mission

20. The 'access to social resources' is a key determinant of:

A) Social exclusion B) Social inclusion and empowerment C) Economic recession D) Political instability

21. What is the main objective of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013?

A) To promote organic farming B) To provide food and nutritional security to the population C) To regulate food prices D) To export agricultural products

22. The 'two-child norm' as a policy measure has been debated in the context of:

A) Economic growth B) Population control and welfare C) Environmental protection D) National defense

23. Which of the following is a welfare scheme focused on providing financial assistance to elderly, disabled, and destitute persons?

A) National Pension System B) Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana C) National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) D) Kishori Shakti Yojana

24. The Supreme Court of India has capped the reservation in public employment at:

A) 50% B) 60% C) 75% D) 100%

25. A political party that has won at least 6% of the total votes in Lok Sabha or Assembly elections and at least 4 seats in the Lok Sabha or 2 seats in the Assembly in the last elections, and is recognized as a State Party in at least four States, is considered a:

A) National Party B) Regional Party C) State Party D) Unrecognized Party

26. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' aims to achieve:

A) Social stagnation B) Socio-economic upliftment of marginalized communities C) Economic disparity D) Cultural homogenization

27. Which of the following is a scheme focused on skill development and entrepreneurship for youth?

A) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan B) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) C) National Health Mission D) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

28. The 'access to social resources' is intrinsically linked to the concept of:

A) Absolute poverty B) Relative deprivation C) Economic surplus D) Market equilibrium

29. The 'Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana' (RSBY) was primarily aimed at providing health insurance to:

A) All citizens B) Government employees C) Below poverty line (BPL) families D) Students

30. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is a mechanism to ensure:

A) Reverse discrimination B) Equality of opportunity and representation C) Social hierarchy D) Economic exploitation

31. Which constitutional amendment act introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, impacting the economy significantly?

A) 97th Amendment Act B) 101st Amendment Act C) 102nd Amendment Act D) 103rd Amendment Act

32. The 'Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana' is a savings scheme designed to benefit:

A) Senior citizens B) Women entrepreneurs C) The girl child D) Farmers

33. What is the main purpose of the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'?

A) To promote digital India B) To ensure universal sanitation coverage and cleanliness C) To provide employment to rural youth D) To improve agricultural productivity

34. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is often debated in terms of its impact on:

A) Economic growth alone B) Meritocracy versus equity C) National defense capabilities D) International trade relations

35. Which of the following is a scheme providing financial assistance for the construction of toilets in rural areas?

A) National Rural Health Mission B) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act C) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin) D) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

36. The 'access to social resources' is a prerequisite for:

A) Social stratification B) Social mobility and integration C) Economic isolation D) Political apathy

37. Which welfare scheme aims to provide financial support to pregnant women and lactating mothers for their first two live births?

A) National Health Mission B) Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) C) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) D) Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)

38. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is rooted in the principle of:

A) Laissez-faire economics B) Compensatory discrimination C) Market fundamentalism D) Absolute meritocracy

39. Which of the following is a scheme that aims to provide affordable housing in urban areas?

A) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana B) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) C) National Rural Livelihood Mission D) MGNREGA

40. The term 'political party' is defined in India under which of the following?

A) The Constitution of India B) The Representation of the People Act, 1951 C) The Election Commission of India's guidelines D) None of the above

41. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' seeks to address historical disadvantage by providing:

A) Charity B) Affirmative action C) Patronage D) Welfare handouts

42. Which of the following is a scheme that provides free and compulsory elementary education to all children aged 6 to 14 years?

A) Mid-Day Meal Scheme B) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) C) Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) D) National Education Policy

43. The 'access to social resources' like education and healthcare is vital for:

A) Maintaining social inequality B) Enhancing human capital and productivity C) Promoting social conflict D) Restricting economic opportunities

44. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is a form of:

A) Economic redistribution B) Social engineering C) Political appeasement D) Cultural preservation

45. Which scheme aims to provide financial assistance to unemployed youth in rural and urban areas for starting small businesses?

A) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana B) National Skill Development Corporation C) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushal Yojana D) Startup India Scheme

46. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is often justified on grounds of:

A) Economic efficiency B) Social equity and representation C) National competition D) Global trade

47. What is the primary aim of the 'Mid-Day Meal Scheme' in government schools?

A) To provide uniforms B) To improve the nutritional status of students and boost school attendance C) To offer vocational training D) To provide textbooks

48. The 'access to social resources' for marginalized communities is intended to:

A) Perpetuate their marginalization B) Facilitate their integration and empowerment C) Increase their dependence D) Limit their aspirations

49. The 'rationale behind reservation policy' is a measure to address the persistent effects of:

A) Economic growth B) Social exclusion and discrimination C) Technological advancement D) Globalization

50. Which constitutional article empowers the state to make special provisions for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes?

A) Article 14 B) Article 15(4) C) Article 16(1) D) Article 21

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