Infrastructure & Digital — Set 2
Government Schemes · बुनियादी ढांचा और डिजिटल · Questions 11–20 of 160
e-NAM stands for what in the context of Indian agriculture?
Correct Answer: B. Electronic National Agriculture Market
The correct answer is Electronic National Agriculture Market. e-NAM is a pan-India electronic trading portal that networks existing APMC mandis. It was launched in April 2016 to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities. The platform helps farmers get better prices by enabling transparent price discovery across markets.
UMANG app was developed to provide access to which type of services?
Correct Answer: B. Multiple government services on one platform
The correct answer is multiple government services on one platform. UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) provides access to central and state government services through a single mobile app. It integrates over 1,200 government services including PF, Aadhaar, and health services. The app supports 13 Indian languages and is available on Android and iOS.
MyGov portal was launched in which year as a citizen engagement platform?
Correct Answer: B. 2014
The correct answer is 2014. MyGov was launched on July 26, 2014, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is an innovative citizen engagement platform to strengthen governance. The portal allows citizens to contribute ideas, provide feedback, and participate in policy discussions. It became a key platform during COVID-19 for public communication.
Aadhaar is administered by which authority in India?
Correct Answer: B. Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
The correct answer is Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). UIDAI was established in 2009 under the Planning Commission and later given statutory status under the Aadhaar Act 2016. It issues the 12-digit unique identification number to residents of India. Aadhaar is linked to biometric and demographic data and serves as proof of identity and address.
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) is managed by which organisation?
Correct Answer: C. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
The correct answer is National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). NPCI developed and manages UPI, which was launched in 2016. UPI enables instant real-time fund transfer between bank accounts through a mobile platform. It works 24x7 and supports over 300 banks, making it the world's largest real-time payment network by transaction volume.
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) aims to create what for each citizen?
Correct Answer: B. Unique Health ID (ABHA number)
The correct answer is Unique Health ID (ABHA number). ABDM creates a unique 14-digit Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) number for citizens. Launched nationally in September 2021, it enables creation of longitudinal health records for individuals. The mission aims to develop the backbone infrastructure for a digital health ecosystem across India.
National Broadband Mission targets providing broadband to how many villages?
Correct Answer: C. 6 lakh
The correct answer is 6 lakh villages. National Broadband Mission was launched in December 2019 to provide broadband access to all villages by 2022. It aims to create a robust digital communications infrastructure across rural India. The mission also targets improving tower infrastructure and providing universal and equitable access to broadband services.
PM-WANI (Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) scheme aims to do what?
Correct Answer: B. Create a network of public Wi-Fi hotspots across India
The correct answer is to create a network of public Wi-Fi hotspots across India. PM-WANI was approved in December 2020 to proliferate broadband through public Wi-Fi hotspots. It allows any entity to set up Wi-Fi access points without licence, removing barriers for small shopkeepers to become providers. The scheme aims to democratise internet access, especially in rural and semi-urban areas.
The Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) connects which two cities?
Correct Answer: B. Ludhiana to Kolkata (Dankuni)
The correct answer is Ludhiana to Kolkata (Dankuni). The Eastern DFC stretches approximately 1,839 km from Ludhiana in Punjab to Dankuni near Kolkata. It passes through Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand, connecting major industrial hubs. The dedicated corridor allows freight trains to run faster without sharing tracks with passenger trains.
National Rail Plan 2030 was released by which ministry?
Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Railways
The correct answer is Ministry of Railways. National Rail Plan 2030 was released by Indian Railways to create a future-ready railway system. It aims to increase rail's share in freight transport to 45% by 2030. The plan includes 100% electrification, raising train speeds to 160 kmph for passenger trains, and zero carbon emissions by 2030.