Daily PIB Quiz – 09 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 a working capital collateral-free loan of up to ₹50,000 in the first tranche.

(3) Street vendors are eligible for a 7% interest subsidy on regular repayments.

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

2. Consider the following statements regarding India’s position in global dairy production:

(1) India is the largest milk producer in the world.

(2) The per capita availability of milk in India is lower than the world average.

(3) The dairy sector contributes significantly to India’s agricultural Gross Value Added (GVA).

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

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

(1) The scheme aims to provide financial support to farmers suffering crop loss/damage arising out of unforeseen events.

(2) It is mandatory for all farmers with crop loans to enroll under the scheme.

(3) The scheme covers losses due to post-harvest damage and localized calamities.

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

4. Consider the following statements regarding Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM):

(1) The mission aims to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2024 to all rural households.

(2) It is implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.

(3) The mission promotes greywater management and rain water harvesting alongside tap water supply.

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

5. With reference to Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), consider the following statements:

(1) EMRS are established to provide quality education to Scheduled Caste students in remote areas.

(2) The schools aim to provide education from Class VI to XII.

(3) The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is the nodal ministry for EMRS.

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. Consider the following statements regarding India’s economy and inflation:

(1) Consumer Price Index (CPI) is the only measure of inflation considered by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for monetary policy decisions.

(2) Food inflation is a significant component of overall CPI inflation in India.

(3) The government has taken measures like releasing food stocks and restricting exports of certain commodities to manage food inflation.

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

7. With reference to Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), consider the following statements:

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

(2) Every citizen will have a unique Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) number under this mission.

(3) The mission is implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

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

8. Consider the following statements regarding Indian Railways’ freight operations:

(1) Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) are designed to separate freight movement from passenger movement to improve efficiency.

(2) Coal transportation is the largest commodity segment in Indian Railways’ freight loading.

(3) The ‘Hungry for Cargo’ scheme was launched to attract new traffic to rail.

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

9. With reference to Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in India, consider the following statements:

(1) DBT aims to transfer subsidies and benefits directly to the bank accounts of beneficiaries.

(2) The Public Financial Management System (PFMS) is used for validating beneficiary bank account details for DBT.

(3) DBT was initially implemented only for social welfare schemes.

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

10. Consider the following statements regarding Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme:

(1) The KCC scheme provides adequate and timely credit support to farmers for their cultivation needs.

(2) The scheme covers short-term credit requirements for crop cultivation, post-harvest expenses, and consumption needs.

(3) Interest subvention is available for prompt repayment of KCC loans.

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

11. With reference to Operation Dost, consider the following statements:

(1) It was a search and rescue operation conducted by India in response to an earthquake.

(2) The operation involved deployment of NDRF teams, medical assistance, and field hospitals.

(3) Operation Dost was launched to provide assistance to the affected regions in Ukraine.

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

12. Consider the following statements about India’s digital payment ecosystem:

(1) Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application.

(2) UPI transactions are facilitated by the Reserve Bank of India.

(3) The digital payment penetration in India is among the highest globally.

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

13. With reference to India’s efforts in renewable energy, consider the following statements:

(1) India aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030.

(2) The country has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.

(3) Solar energy is the largest contributor to India’s renewable energy capacity.

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

14. Consider the following statements regarding India’s food grain production:

(1) The Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime covers all agricultural crops produced in India.

(2) Rice and Wheat are the dominant crops in terms of India’s total food grain production.

(3) The government procures food grains through the Food Corporation of India (FCI).

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

15. With reference to Start-up India Initiative, consider the following statements:

(1) The initiative aims to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship in the country.

(2) It provides tax exemptions and easier compliance for eligible start-ups.

(3) The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is the nodal department for this initiative.

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

16. Consider the following statements about India’s G20 Presidency:

(1) India held the G20 Presidency from December 2022 to November 2023.

(2) The theme of India’s G20 Presidency was “One Earth, One Family, One Future.”

(3) G20 is an intergovernmental forum comprising 19 countries and the European Union.

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. With reference to Foreign Trade Policy of India, consider the following statements:

(1) The primary objective of India’s Foreign Trade Policy is to promote exports and achieve self-reliance.

(2) The policy aims to simplify procedures and reduce the cost of doing business for exporters.

(3) Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are a key instrument for promoting exports.

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

18. Consider the following statements regarding India’s National Logistics Policy:

(1) The policy aims to reduce the cost of logistics as a percentage of GDP.

(2) It seeks to improve the country’s ranking in the Logistics Performance Index (LPI).

(3) The policy emphasizes the development of multimodal logistics parks.

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

19. With reference to Indian Navy’s indigenization efforts, consider the following statements:

(1) The Indian Navy has a long-term plan for indigenization of its platforms, weapons, and equipment.

(2) ‘AatmaNirbhar Bharat’ initiative has further accelerated the push for indigenization in defense.

(3) All warships currently under construction for the Indian Navy are being built in India.

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

20. Consider the following statements regarding India’s efforts in disaster management:

(1) The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is the primary specialized force for disaster rescue and relief operations.

(2) The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is headed by the Prime Minister of India.

(3) India has adopted a proactive approach focusing on prevention, mitigation, and preparedness for disaster management.

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