India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law?
1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools.
2. Preferential allotment of land for getting up business.
3. Ramps in public buildings.
Subject: Governance
Important aspects of Society
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India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law
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Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act”
Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act”?
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With reference to “Aam Admi Bima Yojana”. Consider the following statements: 1. The member insured under the scheme must be the head of the family or earning member of the family in a rural landless household. 2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 years. 3. There is a provision for free scholarship for up to two children of the insured who are studying between classes 9 and 12. Which of the statements given above is/are correct
With reference to “Aam Admi Bima Yojana”. Consider the following statements: 1. The member insured under the scheme must be the head of the family or earning member of the family in a rural landless household. 2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 years. 3. There is a provision for free scholarship for up to two children of the insured who are studying between classes 9 and 12. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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What is the primary goal of the “Consumer Protection Act” in India
What is the primary goal of the “Consumer Protection Act” in India?
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The endeavour of Janani Suraksha yojana programme is 1. to promote institutional deliveries 2. to provide monetary assistance to the mother to meet the cost of delivery 3. to provide for wage loss due to pregnancy and confinements Which of the statements given above is/are correct
The endeavour of Janani Suraksha yojana programme is 1. to promote institutional deliveries 2. to provide monetary assistance to the mother to meet the cost of delivery 3. to provide for wage loss due to pregnancy and confinements Which of the statements given above is/are correct
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With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following are the jobs of ‘ASHA”, trained community health workers
With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following are the jobs of ‘ASHA”, trained community health workers?
1. Accompanying women to the health facility for antenatal care check-up
2. Using pregnancy test kits for early detection pregnancy
3. Providing information on nutrition and immunization
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If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country
If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?
1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste water.
2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water.
3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India
4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore wells and for installing motors and pump sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor
How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor?
1. By setting up a large number of new manufacturing industries and agri-business centres in rural areas
2. By strengthening ‘Self-Help Groups’ and providing skill development
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How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India
How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India?
1. DRDAs act as Panchayati Raj Institutions in certain specified backward regions of the country
2. DRDAs undertake area-specific scientific study of poverty and malnutrition and prepare detailed remedial measures
3. DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and inter-departmental coordination and cooperation for effective implementation of anti-poverty programs
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Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana’ has been launched for
Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana’ has been launched for