Daily PIB Quiz – 03 Jul 2025

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA):

(1) The GBA was launched during India’s G20 Presidency.

(2) The primary aim of the GBA is to facilitate cooperation and accelerate the global adoption of biofuels.

(3) It focuses exclusively on the development of first-generation biofuels.

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

2. With reference to the initiatives for enhancing economic cooperation between India and Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries, consider the following statements:

(1) India’s trade with the LAC region has consistently increased over the past decade.

(2) India offers Lines of Credit to LAC countries for various development projects.

(3) India primarily imports crude oil from the LAC region.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

3. Which of the following is the nodal ministry for implementing the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative?

A. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
B. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C. Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
D. Ministry of Rural Development

4. Consider the following statements about the role of the Indian diaspora:

(1) The Indian diaspora plays a significant role in India’s soft power projection globally.

(2) Remittances from the Indian diaspora contribute substantially to India’s foreign exchange reserves.

(3) The Indian government has specific initiatives to engage with the diaspora for nation-building activities.

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

5. With reference to the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), which of the following statements is/are correct?

(1) The MPI is published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI).

(2) It measures poverty across three dimensions: health, education, and living standards.

(3) A person is considered multidimensionally poor if they are deprived in at least one-third of the weighted indicators.

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

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

A. To promote sustainable agriculture practices across India.
B. To integrate infrastructure planning and implementation across various Ministries.
C. To provide universal healthcare access to all citizens.
D. To enhance digital literacy in rural areas.

7. Consider the following statements regarding India’s efforts in achieving its climate goals:

(1) India has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.

(2) The National Green Hydrogen Mission is a key initiative to decarbonize various sectors.

(3) India has consistently exceeded its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) targets ahead of schedule.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

8. With reference to the ‘SVAMITVA Scheme’, consider the following statements:

(1) The scheme aims to provide a “Record of Rights” to village household owners in rural areas.

(2) It utilizes drone technology for mapping land parcels.

(3) The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is the nodal ministry for its implementation.

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

9. Consider the following statements about the ‘e-Shram’ portal:

(1) The e-Shram portal is a national database for unorganised workers.

(2) It aims to facilitate the delivery of social security benefits to registered workers.

(3) Only workers from the formal sector can register on this portal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

10. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the ‘e-Nam’ platform?

A. To provide direct cash transfers to farmers.
B. To create a national online trading platform for agricultural commodities.
C. To subsidize agricultural inputs for farmers.
D. To promote organic farming practices.

11. With reference to the ‘Smart Cities Mission’ in India, consider the following statements:

(1) The mission aims to promote sustainable and inclusive cities by providing core infrastructure and a decent quality of life.

(2) It adopts a “whole of government” approach involving various ministries and departments.

(3) The focus is primarily on developing new greenfield cities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

12. Consider the following statements about the ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)’:

(1) ABDM aims to develop the backbone necessary to support the integrated digital health infrastructure of the country.

(2) It seeks to create a seamless online platform for healthcare services.

(3) The mission ensures anonymity and data privacy of individuals’ health records.

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

13. Which of the following best describes the ‘DigiLocker’ service?

A. A platform for online banking transactions.
B. A secure cloud-based platform for issuance and verification of documents and certificates.
C. A digital payment gateway for government services.
D. An online repository for academic research papers.

14. With reference to ‘Jan Aushadhi Kendras’, consider the following statements:

(1) They are established to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices.

(2) These kendras are managed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

(3) They also provide surgical items and other consumables.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

15. Which of the following initiatives primarily focuses on promoting financial inclusion through direct benefit transfers (DBT)?

A. Skill India Mission
B. Digital India
C. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
D. Make in India

16. Consider the following statements about the ‘MyGov’ platform:

(1) MyGov is a citizen engagement platform launched by the Government of India.

(2) It allows citizens to participate in policy formulation and program implementation.

(3) The platform is exclusively used for receiving grievances from the public.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

17. What is the primary objective of the ‘e-Courts Project’?

A. To provide free legal aid to economically weaker sections.
B. To computerize the Indian judiciary to enhance efficiency and access to justice.
C. To establish new fast-track courts for specific cases.
D. To regulate the legal profession in India.

18. With reference to the ‘Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)’ scheme, consider the following statements:

(1) DBT aims to reform the government delivery system by re-engineering the existing process.

(2) It is implemented across various government schemes to reduce leakages and delays.

(3) The JAM Trinity (Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, Mobile) plays a crucial role in its successful implementation.

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

19. Which of the following organizations is responsible for providing Unique Identification (UID) numbers or ‘Aadhaar’ in India?

A. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
B. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
C. Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
D. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

20. Consider the following statements about India’s ‘Open Defecation Free (ODF) Plus’ status:

(1) ODF Plus status aims to sustain ODF behavior and ensure solid and liquid waste management.

(2) It is a part of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen).

(3) All villages in India have achieved ODF Plus status as of 2023.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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