Government Policies and Schemes MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Government Policies and Schemes - Download Free PDF

Key Points

• Jagananna Vidya Deevena is a flagship scheme launched by the Andhra Pradesh government to provide full fee reimbursement for college students beyond Intermediate.
• The scheme aims to cover 100% tuition fees for students pursuing higher education in various fields, including engineering, medicine, and other professional courses.
• The primary beneficiaries are students from economically weaker sections, ensuring equitable access to quality education.
• Under this scheme, the government directly credits the fee reimbursement amount to the mothers’ accounts of eligible students.
• The initiative is part of the broader education reform agenda of the Andhra Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.

Additional Information

• Amma Vodi Scheme:
  • A welfare program launched by the Andhra Pradesh government to provide financial assistance to mothers of school-going children.
  • Eligible mothers receive Rs. 15,000 annually to ensure their children attend schools.
  • The scheme primarily targets families below the poverty line to reduce dropout rates and promote education.
• Nadu-Nedu:
  • An initiative aimed at improving infrastructure in government schools of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Focuses on modernizing classrooms, laboratories, and other facilities to create a conducive learning environment.
  • The program also emphasizes the introduction of English as the medium of instruction in schools.
• Vidya Kanuka:
  • A scheme that provides free kits to government school students, including textbooks, notebooks, uniforms, shoes, and school bags.
  • Ensures students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds have access to essential learning materials.

Key Points

• The funds under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) are allocated in the ratio of 90:10 for the construction of Gram Panchayat buildings in tribal areas.
• The unit cost for such constructions is set at ₹19.00 Lakhs in tribal regions.
• This funding structure ensures that the larger portion (90%) of the cost is borne by the government, reducing the financial burden on local bodies.
• Such initiatives under MGNREGS aim to boost infrastructure development in tribal and rural areas, thereby enhancing governance and service delivery at the grassroots level.

Additional Information

• Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS):
  • MGNREGS is an Indian labor law and social security measure that aims to guarantee the "right to work."
  • It was enacted in 2005 under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA).
  • The scheme provides at least 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work.
  • It also focuses on creating durable assets such as roads, irrigation channels, and other infrastructure to improve rural livelihoods.
• Tribal Areas:
  • Tribal areas are regions predominantly inhabited by Scheduled Tribes (STs) who have been identified as socially and economically disadvantaged communities.
  • Special provisions, funds, and schemes like MGNREGS are targeted toward these areas to address development gaps and preserve tribal culture.
• Gram Panchayat Buildings:
  • Gram Panchayat buildings serve as administrative offices for local self-government at the village level.
  • These buildings are essential for conducting Gram Sabha meetings, implementing government schemes, and maintaining records.
• Funding Ratio (90:10):
  • Under the 90:10 funding pattern, 90% of the cost is borne by the central government, while the remaining 10% is contributed by the state government.
  • This ratio is often applied to projects in disadvantaged or special category regions like tribal areas to ensure equitable development.

Key Points

• The "Giri Gorumuddalu" programme targets children in the age group of 7 months to 6 years.
• The primary objective of the programme is to eradicate malnutrition among children in tribal areas.
• The initiative focuses on providing nutritional supplements and balanced meals to young children to ensure their healthy growth and development.
• The program is implemented in tribal areas where malnutrition rates are higher, aiming to improve the overall health and nutritional status of the children.

Additional Information

• Malnutrition:
  • It refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person's intake of energy and/or nutrients.
  • Malnutrition covers two broad groups of conditions: undernutrition (wasting, stunting, underweight) and overnutrition (obesity and diet-related noncommunicable diseases).
• Tribal Areas:
  • These regions are home to indigenous populations who often have unique cultural and social practices.
  • Tribal areas are frequently characterized by remoteness, poor infrastructure, and limited access to health and nutrition services.
• Nutritional Supplements:
  • These are products intended to add further nutritional value to the diet.
  • They can include vitamins, minerals, proteins, and other essential nutrients.
• Balanced Meals:
  • A balanced meal includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide the necessary nutrients.
  • Key components typically include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Key Points

• The Rythu Bharosa scheme was launched by the government of Andhra Pradesh in October 2019 to provide financial assistance to farmers in the state.
• Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive an annual financial aid of Rs. 13,500 per family, which is disbursed in three installments.
• This scheme also includes support for tenant farmers, ensuring that all categories of farmers in Andhra Pradesh benefit from the initiative.
• The scheme aims to improve the livelihood of farmers, reduce their dependency on loans, and promote agricultural development.

Additional Information

• Navratna Scheme
  • The Navratna Scheme is not related to farmer welfare but refers to a classification of Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs) in India.
  • Navratna companies are granted greater autonomy in decision-making to compete globally and enhance their performance.
• Kisan Samriddhi Scheme
  • Although sounding similar, this scheme is not conducted by the Andhra Pradesh government and may refer to various initiatives under different state or national programs aimed at farmer welfare.
• Kisan Mitra Scheme
  • This scheme is generally associated with providing advisory services to farmers for better agricultural practices but is not specific to Andhra Pradesh.
• Rythu Bharosa Scheme
  • It is an exclusive scheme implemented by the Andhra Pradesh government under the leadership of Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.
  • Rythu Bharosa is part of the YSR Rythu Bharosa-PM Kisan initiative, which integrates state and central benefits for farmers.
  • The scheme also includes subsidies for seeds and fertilizers and provides interest-free loans to farmers to support their agricultural activities.
  • It has significantly improved the socio-economic conditions of farmers in Andhra Pradesh since its inception.

The correct answer is SAGY surcharge on Income Tax.

Key Points

• SAGY stands for Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana, a rural development programme launched by the Government of India in 2014.
• The funds for SAGY villages primarily come from the existing schemes of the Central and State governments, the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), and Gram Panchayat's own revenue.
• Additional funds can be mobilized through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributions and other philanthropic sources.
• There is no specific surcharge on income tax called the SAGY surcharge to fund these villages.

Additional Information

• Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY)
  • Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 11 October 2014.
  • The aim is to develop model villages called "Adarsh Grams" through the implementation of existing schemes and innovative initiatives.
  • Each Member of Parliament adopts a Gram Panchayat and is responsible for its holistic development.
  • The scheme focuses on improving basic amenities, enhancing human development, and promoting social harmony and environmental conservation.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • CSR is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders.
  • In India, certain companies are mandated to spend a minimum percentage of their profits on CSR activities, as per the Companies Act, 2013.
  • CSR funds can be utilized for various development activities, including those in SAGY villages.
• Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS)
  • Launched in December 1993, this scheme allows Members of Parliament (MPs) to recommend development programs involving the creation of durable community assets based on locally felt needs.
  • Each MP is allocated a specific amount annually to be used in their constituency for various development projects.
  • MPLADS funds can be utilized for the development of SAGY villages.

The correct answer is Unorganized workers.

Key Points

•  Chandranna Bima Yojana 
  • ​Chandranna Bima Yojana was launched on 2 October 2016 in the state of Andhra Pradesh by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu.
  • This Yojana has benefited the laborers in unorganized sectors such as agricultural laborers, artisans small self-employed people, petty traders vendors, hamals, and shop employees.
  • This scheme aims to provide financial protection to the laborers for their loss and the worker.
  • Through this scheme around 1.14 crore, citizens of Andhra Pradesh will get benefits.
• Benifits of Chandranna Bima Yojana 
  • ​This insurance policy covers Rs 5 lakh for accidental death and total disability.
  • A scholarship of Rs 1200 for children for their studies.

Additional Information

• Andhra Pradesh (As of May 2021)
  • ​Chief Minister: Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy
  • ​​​​Governer: Biswabhusan Harichandan 
  • Capitals: Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Amaravati, Kurnool
  • State Mammal: Blackbuck
  • State Bird: Parrot
  • State Tree: Neem​
  • State Flower: Jasmine
  • State Dance: Kuchipudi

The correct answer  is A-III,B-II,C-IV,D-I

Key Points

Anna Sanjeevani

• With a view to promoting generic medicines among the public and pharmacists, the government brought Anna Sanjeevani outlets and assigned them to Self Help Groups for maintenance.

N.T.R Bharosa

• It is a pension scheme launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh as a social security scheme for old and vulnerable sections under various categories.
• As a part of welfare programmes, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has implemented NTR Bharosa Pension schemes for the neediest and vulnerable people, particularly the old and infirm.
• In this article, we look at the Andhra Pradesh NTR Bharosa Pension Scheme application process, pension status check and the eligibility criteria in detail.
• Types of Pensions under NTR Bharosa
  • Old Age Pension
  • Weavers Pension
  • Widow Pension
  • Disabled Pension
  • Toddy Toppers Pension
  • Anti Retroviral Therapy Pension
  • Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown etiology Pension

Mee intiki-Mee bhumi

• It is aimed at updating the digitised land records by holding gram sabhas in every village.

Key Points

• These kits would be distributed across the state at a cost of INR 650 crore and consist of three pairs of uniforms, one pair of shoes, two pairs of socks, prescribed textbooks, notebooks, a belt, and a school bag.
• Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Jagan Mohan Reddy launched “Jaganna Vidya Kanuka scheme” for the students studying in government schools.
• The scheme would help in improving Government schools’ quality and enrolments.
• The scheme would aid in providing 42,34,222 kits to Government school students who are enrolled in class 1 to 10 standards.
• The school kits will bring relief to the parents and save the new academic year expenditure, motivating them to send their children to school and continue their education.
• Apart from this, the State Government has also started the Nadu-Nedu initiative to provide ten necessary facilities in all the schools before the beginning of the academic year.
• The facilities in this would include basic infrastructures such as blackboards, fans, compound walls and other furniture to give a new look to the Government schools.
• Under the 'Amma Vodi' scheme launched in January, the government are also providing Rs 15,000 to mothers to help educate their children in the state this year.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• The project's objective was to equip groundwater farmer users with the necessary data, skills and knowledge to manage groundwater resources.
• Andhra Pradesh Farmer Managed Groundwater Systems (APFAMGS) project's key premise was behavioural change leading to voluntary self-regulation. Hence option 2 is correct.
• The project's operational framework was the Hydrological Unit (HU) or micro basins. It was being implemented in 638 villages across seven drought-prone districts of Andhra Pradesh by local partner NGO's. This project was launched in July 2003.

Additional Information:

• Farmer Water School(FWS) approach was adopted under this project to promote group learning for improving skills and knowledge demand side water management.
• Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)  was the implementing partner in this project. 

The correct answer is 40,000.

• The amount of marriage incentive announced for inter-caste marriage under Chandranna Pelli Kanuka is 75,000.

Key Points

• The state of Andhra Pradesh launched Chandranna Pelli Kanuka in April 2018.
  • With an aim to make the state a secular place to live in the state government initiated the promotion of inter-caste by providing financial aid to the brides of a different caste.
  • It is implemented for the brides belonging to backward classes and Below Poverty Line(BPL). An organization called Kalyan Mitra tracks the application process and incentive payable to the brides.
  • Bride and Bridegroom belonging to SC and ST community are eligible for a subsidy of 40000/-.
    • If the bride is of an Sc/St community and the bridegroom belongs to a community other than brides an amount of Rs 75000/-is paid to the couple by the government.
    • Bride and Bridegroom belonging to Backward community are eligible for a subsidy of 30000/-.
    • If the bride is of a Backward community and bridegroom belonging to a community other than brides an amount of Rs 75000/-is paid to the couple by the government.
    • If either of the couples is physically challenged Rs 1,00,000 is disbursed by the government.
  • Eligibility Criteria: The bride should have attained the age of 18 years and groom should be 21 years at the time of marriage.

The correct answer is 400.

Key Points

• It is a collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh State Energy Conservation Mission, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
• They both launched the "Go Electric" campaign.
• It is launched to encourage the use of electric vehicles.
• The state of Andhra Pradesh will install 400 electric vehicle charging stations throughout the state in Nov 2020.
• Coordinating with BEE's "Go Electric" campaign, this is to be accomplished.

Important Points

• By putting in place charging stations and other electric vehicle infrastructure, the primary goal of this stage is to draw investment into the EV market.
• The Andhra Pradesh State Government will conduct a performance study on electric vehicles.
• Testing facilities for vehicles and auto parts must be set up in order to accomplish this.
• The nodal organisation for installing charging stations in Andhra Pradesh is the New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP).
• With a $250 crore investment, it has collaborated with the International Centre for Automotive Technology to put up testing facilities.

Additional Information

• In accordance with the guidelines of the country's 2001 Energy Conservation Act,
• The Government of India established the Bureau of Energy Efficiency in March 2002 under the Ministry of Power.
• The agency's job is to create initiatives that would improve energy efficiency and conservation in India.

Key Points

• This policy is expected to generate more than 55,000 jobs in the next three years which was was approved by State Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy
• In order to implement the policy, a robust and holistic business environment would be created.
• IT, Electronics and Communications Department would also be transformed into revenue centre in a bid to achieve self-sustenance.
• It will also create 1.65 lakh indirect employment and ensure a holistic ecosystem development.
• The policy will be in force till March 31, 2024.

Additional Information

• State’s Revenue
  • Andhra Pradesh will earn a revenue of Rs 783 crore in 10 years in the form of various taxes through this policy.
  • Direct employment is also expected to infuse over Rs 2,200 crore a year.
  • It will thus lead to the overall growth of the economy through the multiplier effect.
• Key provisions of new IT Policy
  • New IT Policy links the incentive disbursement to the realisation of committed direct employment which ensures transparent & effective utilisation of public funds.
  • It offers end-to-end support for start-ups like plug & play office space, access to investors, & mentors, funds through venture capitals and private equity firms.​
• How it will be implemented
  • Under the policy, the government will establish incubation centres and organize hackathons & workshops for startups.
  • The government will also establish an IT Emerging Technologies Research University in Visakhapatnam in order to develop the State as a leading contributor to the national talent pool in IT & other emerging technologies.

The correct answer is YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.

• Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has launched ‘Jagananna Jeeva Kranthi’ scheme to distribute 2,49,151 sheep and goat units to the beneficiaries of YSR Cheyutha and YSR Aasara.
• A total of Rs 1,869 crore is being spent for the purpose.
• Under the scheme, beneficiaries are free to buy local sheep, goat breeds from the region of their choice.
• Andhra Pradesh:
  • Chief Minister - Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy.
  • Governor - Biswabhusan Harichandan.
  • Number of Districts - 13.
  • Lok Sabha seats - 25.
  • Rajya Sabha seats - 11.

The correct answer is All the above.

• All the above schemes YSR Aasara, YSR Rythu Bharosa, YSR Badugu Vikasam aim to meet SDG 1 (No Poverty).

Important Points

• YSR Aasara:
  • Andhra Pradesh government launched the YSR Aasara Scheme on 11th September 2020.
  • It is a part of Nava Ratnalu.
  • Under this scheme, the bank's outstanding loan of SHGs will be reimbursed in four installments till April 11, 2019.
• YSR Rythu Bharosa:
  • Andhra Pradesh government has started the scheme for financial assistance to the farmer families of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Minority landless tenant farmers.
  • It was launched on 15 October 2019.
  • It provides financial assistance of 13500 per farmer family.
• YSR Badugu Vikasam:
  • The main objective of the scheme is to help SC and ST people to come under the category of the industrialist.

Additional Information

• SDG1: End poverty in all forms everywhere.
  • Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.

The correct answer is YSR Badugu Vikasam.

Key Points

• YSR Badugu Vikasam
  • 'Jagananna YSR Badugu Vikasam' is a new scheme of Andhra Pradesh that provides incentives to SC/ST industrialists to promote entrepreneurship. 
  • It was launched by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister 'YS Jaganmohan Reddy'.
  • It is a part of special industrial policy (2020-2023).
  • The aim of the scheme is to achieve economic growth by providing financial support to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) industrialists.
  • The scheme includes women to set up manufacturing and service enterprises.
• Benefits of the scheme
  • The entrepreneurs will get an investment subsidy of 45% for setting up manufacturing units.
  • The scheme promises 100% power supply to the industrial areas.
  • It provides 100% reimbursement of stamp duty and transfer duty for industrial land.
  • They are provided with an investment subsidy of 45%.
  • The entrepreneurs can pay only 25% of the land cost initially, and the balance amount could be done over eight years, with 8% interest.
  • The government initiates skill development training programmes, investable opportunities, and the identification of marketing opportunities for SC and ST entrepreneurs.
  • A special facilitation cell will be set up in all the district's Industrial Centres to provide the skills required for Entrepreneurship.

Additional Information

• YSR Cheyutha
  • YSR Cheyutha scheme was officially launched on 12th August 2020.
  • It is a unique welfare program that provides financial assistance to SC/ST/BC/Minority communities women in the age group of 45 to 60 years.
  • The scheme boosts women towards social and economic empowerment.
  • The scheme is estimated to benefit around 25 Lakh women.
  • The government has partnered with Amul, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, ITC Ltd, Procter & Gamble, Reliance Retail, Reliance Jio Info comm Ltd, and Allana Group.
  • The partners will assist the dairy farmers in cattle rearing, milk procurement, and health services.
• YSR Navodayam Scheme
  • The aim of the scheme is to fulfill the needs of micro, small and medium enterprises.
  • The government provides financial relief by restructuring its bank loans.
  • The government takes responsibility to provide more credit along with instant loans and investments to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
  • The scheme promotes the growth and development of the Coir Industry.
  • It provides time Restructuring of eligible MSME Loans.
  • It reimburses 50% of the auditor fee (maximum two lakhs) for the preparation of the Techno-Economic Viability (TEV) report.
• Jagananna Palavelluva
  • The scheme was launched by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy'.
  • The project is in collaboration with AMUL to empower the dairy farmers of the Krishna district.
  • The initiative provides a financial boost to dairy farmers of 264 villages.
  • It enhances women's empowerment opportunities.
  • Under the scheme, the member can take up to Rs 30,000 loan without any guarantee and also get the aid of Rs 1.6 lakh to buy cattle.