Government Schemes — Set 1
UP GK · सरकारी योजनाएं · Questions 1–10 of 160
Under the Kanya Sumangala Yojana, what is the total financial assistance provided to a girl child from birth to graduation?
Correct Answer: B. ₹15,000
The Kanya Sumangala Yojana provides ₹15,000 in six installments from birth to graduation. It was launched on 25 October 2019 by CM Yogi Adityanath to promote the welfare of girl children in UP. The scheme targets families with annual income below ₹3 lakh.
In how many installments is the financial assistance under Kanya Sumangala Yojana disbursed?
Correct Answer: C. 6 installments
The correct answer is 6 installments. The scheme provides assistance in 6 installments at different stages: birth, vaccination at 1 year, Class 1 admission, Class 6 admission, Class 9 admission, and graduation/diploma enrollment. Each installment amount varies from ₹2,000 to ₹5,000. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the annual family income limit to be eligible for the Kanya Sumangala Yojana?
Correct Answer: C. ₹3 lakh
Families with an annual income of up to ₹3 lakh are eligible for Kanya Sumangala Yojana. The scheme aims to benefit economically weaker sections and promote education of the girl child. A maximum of two daughters per family can avail the benefits.
The Bhagya Lakshmi Yojana of Uttar Pradesh provides what amount at the birth of a girl child?
Correct Answer: B. ₹50,000
Under the Bhagya Lakshmi Yojana, ₹50,000 is provided as a bond at the birth of a girl child which matures when she turns 21. Additionally, the mother receives ₹5,100 for nutritional needs. The scheme was launched to improve the sex ratio in UP.
At what age does the bond amount under Bhagya Lakshmi Yojana mature for the beneficiary girl?
Correct Answer: B. 21 years
The bond of ₹50,000 given at birth under Bhagya Lakshmi Yojana matures when the girl turns 21 years old, growing to approximately ₹2 lakh. The family must belong to the BPL category and the girl must be enrolled in a government school. The scheme covers up to two daughters per family.
Under the UP Vridha Pension Yojana (Old Age Pension), what is the monthly pension amount for beneficiaries aged 60 and above?
Correct Answer: D. ₹1,000
The UP Vridha Pension Yojana provides ₹1,000 per month to elderly citizens aged 60 years and above. The pension was increased from ₹500 to ₹1,000 by the Yogi government. Beneficiaries must belong to BPL families and be permanent residents of UP.
What is the monthly pension amount under the UP Vidhwa (Widow) Pension Scheme?
Correct Answer: C. ₹1,000
The Vidhwa Pension Yojana provides ₹1,000 per month to widows in Uttar Pradesh. The pension was revised upward from the earlier amount of ₹500 per month. Widows aged 18 to 60 years belonging to BPL families are eligible for this scheme.
The Divyang Pension Yojana in UP provides monthly assistance of how much to persons with disabilities?
Correct Answer: B. ₹1,000
Under the Divyang Pension Yojana, persons with 40% or more disability receive ₹1,000 per month. The scheme is managed by the Social Welfare Department of UP. Beneficiaries must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh and belong to economically weaker sections.
Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana was launched in UP to provide free coaching for which purpose?
Correct Answer: B. Competitive examinations
Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana was launched on 26 January 2021 to provide free coaching for competitive exams like UPSC, JEE, NEET, CDS, and state PCS. The coaching is offered at divisional headquarters through government-run centers. IAS and IPS officers also mentor the students.
On which date was the Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana launched?
Correct Answer: B. 26 January 2021
Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana was launched on 26 January 2021, coinciding with the 72nd Republic Day of India. It was launched on the foundation day of Uttar Pradesh at all 18 divisional headquarters. CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the scheme.