Daily PIB Quiz – 12 Jul 2025

1. With reference to the Prime Minister Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme, consider the following statements:

(1) It is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

(2) The scheme provides collateral-free working capital loans up to ₹50,000 for street vendors.

(3) Beneficiaries are encouraged to adopt digital transactions through a monthly cashback incentive.

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

2. Consider the following statements regarding the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (SEED):

(1) The SEED scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

(2) One of the components of the SEED scheme is to provide financial assistance for coaching for competitive examinations.

(3) The scheme focuses on providing health insurance and housing support to the target communities.

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

3. With reference to Indian Railways’ freight loading, consider the following statements:

(1) Coal is the largest component of the total freight loaded by Indian Railways.

(2) In the recent financial year, Indian Railways achieved its highest ever freight loading.

(3) The freight loading figures include commodities like iron ore, cement, and foodgrains.

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

4. Consider the following statements regarding India’s semiconductor ecosystem:

(1) The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) operates as an independent business unit under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

(2) The “Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme” aims to offer financial incentives and design infrastructure support for semiconductor design.

(3) India has recently operationalized its first commercial semiconductor fabrication facility.

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

5. Which of the following ministries is primarily responsible for promoting and regulating the Cooperative sector in India?

A. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
B. Ministry of Finance
C. Ministry of Cooperation
D. Ministry of Rural Development

6. With reference to India’s coal production, consider the following statements:

(1) India is among the top five coal-producing countries globally.

(2) Most of India’s coal reserves are concentrated in the Gondwana fields.

(3) The Ministry of Coal has set a target of achieving 1.5 billion tonnes of coal production by 2030.

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

7. Consider the following statements regarding the Food Corporation of India (FCI):

(1) FCI is the nodal agency for the procurement and distribution of foodgrains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).

(2) FCI procures foodgrains at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) directly from farmers.

(3) FCI maintains buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure food security and price stability.

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

8. With reference to the Special Campaign 3.0 by the Government of India, consider the following objectives:

(1) Reducing pendency in government offices.

(2) Promoting cleanliness and improving workplace environment.

(3) Digitizing old records and weeding out obsolete files.

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

9. Consider the following statements regarding India’s engagement with multilateral development banks (MDBs):

(1) India is a founding member of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

(2) India is the largest borrower from the World Bank.

(3) India has generally advocated for reforms in MDBs to make them more responsive to developing countries’ needs.

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

10. Which of the following initiatives aims to enhance the ease of living for citizens by promoting digital governance and last-mile service delivery?

A. PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi
B. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
C. PM Gati Shakti
D. Digital India programme

11. With reference to Indian Railways’ Vande Bharat Express, consider the following statements:

(1) Vande Bharat trains are manufactured in India under the “Make in India” initiative.

(2) These trains are equipped with an advanced Kavach anti-collision system.

(3) Vande Bharat trains can operate on both electric and diesel traction.

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

12. Consider the following statements about India’s international trade relations:

(1) India is a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO).

(2) India is currently negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union.

(3) Bilateral trade between India and the United States has seen a significant increase in recent years.

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

13. With reference to Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), which of the following is not a key feature of the scheme?

A. Provision of RuPay Debit Card.
B. Overdraft facility up to ₹10,000.
C. Universal access to banking facilities with a focus on unbanked households.
D. Mandatory minimum balance requirement in accounts.

14. Consider the following statements regarding India’s Renewable Energy capacity:

(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 installed renewable energy capacity.

(3) The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production.

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

15. Which of the following is the primary objective of the Gati Shakti National Master Plan?

A. To provide universal access to broadband connectivity.
B. To develop integrated infrastructure planning and execution in India.
C. To promote digital payment adoption across the country.
D. To establish a nationwide network of cold storage facilities for agricultural produce.

16. With reference to the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, consider the following statements:

(1) It aims to provide subsidized food grains to approximately two-thirds of India’s population.

(2) The eldest woman in the household, of age 18 years or above, is to be the head of the household for the purpose of issuing ration cards.

(3) It guarantees a fixed quantity of food grains per person per month at subsidized rates for eligible households.

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

17. Consider the following statements about India’s position as a global millet producer:

(1) India is the largest producer of millets in the world.

(2) The year 2023 was declared as the International Year of Millets by the United Nations, at India’s initiative.

(3) Millets are known for their high nutritional value and resilience to climate change.

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

18. With reference to Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), consider the following statements:

(1) It is a crop insurance scheme launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

(2) The scheme covers yield losses due to non-preventable natural risks.

(3) Farmers’ share of the premium is capped for both Kharif and Rabi crops.

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

19. Consider the following statements regarding Digital Payments in India:

(1) Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is an instant real-time payment system developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

(2) The transaction volume of digital payments in India has consistently increased over the past few years.

(3) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulates all forms of digital payment systems in India.

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

20. Which of the following initiatives aims to create a unified logistics ecosystem in India for efficient movement of goods and services?

A. Sagarmala Programme
B. Bharatmala Pariyojana
C. National Logistics Policy
D. UDAN Scheme