inclusive growth, sustainable development & employment section 1 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Two of the schemes launched by the Government of India for women’s development are Swadhar and Swayam Siddha. As regards the difference between them, consider the following statements.

1. Swayam Siddha’s is meant for those in difficult circumstances such as women survivors of natural disasters or terrorism, women prisoners released from jails, mentally challenged women etc., whereas, Swadhar is meant for holistic empowerment of women through self-help groups (SHGs).
2. Swayam Siddha is implemented through local seld government bodies or reputed voluntary organisations whereas Swadhar is implemented through the ICDS units set up in the states.

a) Only 1

b) Both 1 and 2

c) Neither 1 nor 2

d) Only 2

Question : 2

The National Census is conducted by which of the following offices/ agencies:

a) Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs

b) Central Statistical Office (CSO)

c) National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)

d) Census Bureau of India

Question : 3

Consider the following statements:

1. National Vocational Qualitative Framework (NVQF) scheme is implemented by AICTE and the National Skill Development Council (NSDC).
2. The scheme is being funded by both the centre and the state governments in the ratio of 50:50.

a) 2 only

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 only

d) None