Livelihood & Employment — Set 9
Government Schemes · आजीविका और रोजगार · Questions 81–90 of 140
What type of enterprises are eligible for loans under Stand Up India?
Correct Answer: D. Greenfield enterprises in manufacturing, services, or trading
Stand Up India supports greenfield enterprises in manufacturing, services, or trading sectors. A greenfield enterprise means a new enterprise being set up for the first time. In non-individual cases, at least 51% of the shareholding must be held by SC/ST or women entrepreneurs.
What is 'Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana' a sub-scheme of?
Correct Answer: B. DAY-NRLM
Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana is a sub-scheme under DAY-NRLM that supports SHG members to operate public transport services in rural areas. It provides interest-free loans through SHGs to operate buses, autorickshaws, or other vehicles. This connects remote villages to markets and services.
Under MGNREGA, who is responsible for preparing the shelf of projects?
Correct Answer: C. Gram Panchayat
The Gram Panchayat is responsible for preparing the shelf of projects (list of works) under MGNREGA to ensure that work is available when demanded. The Labour Budget is prepared annually by Gram Panchayats and consolidated at block and district levels. This decentralized planning ensures that works address local needs.
PM SVANidhi scheme was launched in response to which crisis?
Correct Answer: B. COVID-19 pandemic
PM SVANidhi was launched in June 2020 specifically to support street vendors whose livelihoods were severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns. The scheme helps vendors restart their businesses with initial working capital. It is part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat economic package.
What is the special provision for MGNREGA works in drought-affected areas?
Correct Answer: B. 150 days of employment
In drought-notified and natural calamity-affected areas, MGNREGA provides additional days of employment beyond 100 days, up to 150 days in some states. This provides enhanced income support during periods of agricultural distress. The additional days are funded by the central government.
Which authority issues the Job Card to a household under MGNREGA?
Correct Answer: C. Gram Panchayat
The Job Card is issued by the Gram Panchayat, which is the implementing authority at the village level under MGNREGA. The household head and all adult members who wish to work must be included in the Job Card. It must be issued within 15 days of application.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of PM Vishwakarma Yojana?
Correct Answer: C. Housing loan facility
PM Vishwakarma Yojana does not provide housing loan facilities. Its features include skill training, modern toolkit incentive, credit support, digital transaction incentive, and market linkage support. The scheme is specifically designed to enhance the productive capacity of traditional artisans.
Rozgar Mela distributes appointment letters to employees of which sector?
Correct Answer: C. Central government departments
Rozgar Mela distributes appointment letters to newly recruited central government employees across various ministries and departments. It has been conducted multiple times since 2022 to fulfill vacancies in government services. The event is simultaneously held at multiple locations across India.
What is the full form of NSDC in the skill development ecosystem?
Correct Answer: B. National Skill Development Corporation
NSDC stands for National Skill Development Corporation, a not-for-profit public limited company set up by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. It implements PMKVY and supports Sector Skill Councils. NSDC provides funding support to skill training institutions.
What does MGNREGS stand for (the 'S' added)?
Correct Answer: A. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme
MGNREGS stands for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, which is the scheme operationalized under the MGNREGA Act. While MGNREGA refers to the Act (law), MGNREGS refers to the implementation scheme. Both terms are often used interchangeably in common usage.