Daily PIB Quiz – 04 Jul 2025

1. With reference to the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) 2021-2022, consider the following statements:

(1) The total student enrolment has decreased compared to 2014-2015.

(2) The Gender Parity Index (GPI) for higher education has increased to 1.01.

(3) Uttar Pradesh has the highest student enrolment, followed by Maharashtra.

(4) The number of universities has significantly increased, while the number of colleges has seen a slight decline.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 3 and 4

2. Consider the following statements regarding PM Vishwakarma Scheme:

(1) It is a Central Sector Scheme fully funded by the Union Government.

(2) The scheme aims to provide financial support and skill training to traditional artisans and craftspeople.

(3) Beneficiaries can avail collateral-free enterprise development loans up to ₹3 lakh in three tranches.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only

3. With reference to the Indian Chemical and Petrochemical Industry, consider the following statements:

(1) India is the 6th largest producer of chemicals globally and the 3rd largest in Asia.

(2) The industry is a significant contributor to India’s GDP and export earnings.

(3) Petrochemicals form a major part of the chemical industry and are primarily derived from crude oil and natural gas.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

4. Which of the following statements about India’s economy is correct?

A. India is currently the 3rd largest economy in the world in terms of GDP at current prices.
B. India’s merchandise exports have exceeded services exports in recent years.
C. The government’s focus on capital expenditure is aimed at short-term consumption boost.
D. India’s foreign exchange reserves are among the largest globally.

5. Consider the following statements regarding financial inclusion initiatives in India:

(1) Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) aims to provide universal access to banking facilities.

(2) JAM Trinity refers to the convergence of Jan-Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile.

(3) Financial inclusion efforts have significantly reduced the gender gap in bank account ownership.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

6. With reference to Government e-Marketplace (GeM), consider the following statements:

(1) GeM is a 100% government-owned company established under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

(2) It serves as an online platform for procurement of goods and services by all Central and State Government organizations.

(3) The platform promotes Make in India by mandating sellers to declare the Country of Origin for products.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

7. Consider the following statements about India’s agricultural sector:

(1) India is the world’s largest producer of milk, pulses, and jute.

(2) The horticulture sector has surpassed food grain production in recent years.

(3) Minimum Support Price (MSP) is announced for all crops grown in India to ensure fair prices for farmers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

8. Which of the following best describes the objective of the Start-up India initiative?

A. To provide financial assistance to large industries for expansion and modernization.
B. To create a robust ecosystem for nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship in India.
C. To promote foreign direct investment exclusively in the manufacturing sector.
D. To establish government-owned incubators in every district of India.

9. With reference to DigiLocker, consider the following statements:

(1) It is a secure cloud-based platform for issuance and verification of documents and certificates.

(2) Documents issued through DigiLocker are considered legally at par with original physical documents under the IT Act, 2000.

(3) It can be used by both government agencies and private organizations for document verification.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

10. Consider the following statements regarding India’s digital public infrastructure (DPI):

(1) India’s DPI stack includes Aadhaar, UPI, and DigiLocker.

(2) DPI has facilitated direct benefit transfers (DBT) to reduce leakages in welfare schemes.

(3) The success of India’s DPI model is being explored by several other countries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

11. With reference to the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) Scheme, consider the following statements:

(1) It is a regional connectivity scheme that aims to develop new airports and heliports.

(2) The scheme involves providing viability gap funding (VGF) to airlines for operating flights on unserved and underserved routes.

(3) UDAN flights have fixed fares for a certain percentage of seats to make air travel affordable.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

12. Consider the following statements regarding India’s economy and infrastructure development:

(1) The National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) aims to boost infrastructure projects across various sectors.

(2) PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan focuses on integrated planning and coordinated implementation of infrastructure projects.

(3) India’s logistics cost as a percentage of GDP is currently lower than most developed economies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

13. With reference to India’s startup ecosystem, consider the following statements:

(1) India is home to the third-largest startup ecosystem globally.

(2) The number of recognized startups in India has significantly increased in recent years.

(3) Startup India Seed Fund Scheme aims to provide financial assistance to startups at the ideation and development stages.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

14. Consider the following statements regarding India’s global economic standing:

(1) India is the world’s third-largest producer of crude steel.

(2) India is the second-largest mobile phone manufacturer globally.

(3) India has the largest road network in the world.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

15. With reference to Government initiatives for youth empowerment, consider the following statements:

(1) Skill India Mission aims to provide vocational training and skill development to the youth.

(2) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship scheme under the Skill India Mission.

(3) These initiatives focus primarily on urban youth, with limited scope for rural areas.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

16. Consider the following statements regarding India’s digital payment ecosystem:

(1) Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a real-time payment system developed by NPCI.

(2) UPI transactions have shown significant year-on-year growth.

(3) The rise of digital payments has led to a complete phasing out of cash transactions in urban areas.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

17. With reference to India’s Renewable Energy capacity, consider the following statements:

(1) India has achieved its target of 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022.

(2) Solar energy contributes the largest share to India’s total renewable energy capacity.

(3) The government has set a target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

18. Consider the following statements regarding tourism in India:

(1) India has witnessed a significant increase in foreign tourist arrivals in recent years.

(2) The PRASHAD scheme aims at integrated development of pilgrimage and heritage tourist destinations.

(3) Swadesh Darshan Scheme focuses on the integrated development of theme-based tourist circuits.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

19. With reference to India’s efforts in combating climate change, consider the following statements:

(1) India has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070.

(2) The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) outlines eight national missions.

(3) India is a signatory to the Paris Agreement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

20. Consider the following statements regarding India’s Space Sector reforms:

(1) IN-SPACe acts as a single-window agency for promoting and regulating private sector participation in the space sector.

(2) NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Department of Space.

(3) These reforms aim to increase the role of ISRO in commercial space activities while limiting private involvement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

21. With reference to the production of coal in India, consider the following statements:

(1) India is the world’s largest producer of coal.

(2) The coal sector in India is fully nationalized, with no private participation allowed.

(3) Captive coal blocks are allocated for specific end-use plants like power generation and steel production.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

22. Consider the following statements regarding India’s energy security:

(1) India’s reliance on coal for power generation is projected to significantly decrease by 2030 due to renewable energy expansion.

(2) India is a net exporter of crude oil.

(3) Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR) are maintained by India to address supply disruptions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3