Daily PIB Quiz – 12 Aug 2025

1. The RPL-CISLI program highlights the Indian government’s commitment to which of the following?

A. Promoting multilingualism in India
B. Improving access to education for marginalized communities
C. Empowering the Indian Sign Language community and strengthening ISL interpretation services
D. Developing standardized sign language across all states

2. What is the key objective of the 15-day RPL – Certification in ISL Interpretation (CISLI) training program?

A. To create standardized ISL textbooks for educational purposes
B. To train ISL interpreters for international conferences
C. To formally recognize and certify the pre-existing ISL skills of CODAs and SODAs
D. To promote ISL as a second language in mainstream schools

3. Which of the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) interactions with political parties is/are correct?

1. The ECI has been holding meetings with presidents of various national and state political parties to gather their feedback and suggestions.

2. The primary objective of these interactions is to ensure free and fair elections by amending the existing legal framework.

3. These interactions aim to strengthen the electoral process by incorporating suggestions from all stakeholders.

4. The meetings are exclusively restricted to presidents of national and state political parties, excluding other representatives.

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

4. The Election Commission of India’s recent initiative of interacting with political parties is primarily aimed at:

A. Amending the Representation of the People Act
B. Enhancing the efficiency of election-related logistics
C. Strengthening the electoral process through stakeholder consultations
D. Improving voter turnout through targeted awareness campaigns

5. Which of the following statements accurately reflect the Prime Minister’s address at the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics?

1. India’s contributions to global mega-science projects like the Square Kilometre Array and LIGO-India were highlighted.

2. The address emphasized the importance of aligning space science research with the goal of improving human lives on Earth.

3. The Prime Minister announced a new initiative to provide free access to all scientific journals for Indian students and researchers.

4. The Prime Minister specifically mentioned the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission and the Aditya-L1 solar observatory.

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

6. In his address, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of connecting scientific advancements with real-world applications. Which of the following best exemplifies this emphasis?

1. Promoting international collaboration in astronomy research.

2. Highlighting the historical significance of Indian contributions to astronomy.

3. Focusing on the development of cutting-edge technologies in space exploration.

4. Exploring how space science can address challenges like better weather forecasting and disaster prediction.

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

7. The collaboration between UIDAI and ISI is significant because:

A. It merges UIDAI’s technological expertise with ISI’s statistical modeling capabilities to improve Aadhaar’s efficiency.
B. It will lead to the development of a completely new biometric system replacing the current Aadhaar system.
C. It primarily aims to reduce the cost of Aadhaar operations.
D. It will make Aadhaar data completely inaccessible to prevent misuse.

8. Considering the roles of UIDAI and ISI, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. UIDAI is responsible for the management and operation of the Aadhaar biometric identification system.

2. ISI is a premier research institution under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

3. The collaboration will likely lead to advancements in data privacy and security related to biometric systems.

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

9. Which of the following statements regarding the State Health Regulatory Excellence Index (SHRESTH) are correct?

1. SHRESTH is a national initiative aimed at improving state drug regulatory systems.

2. The index will rank states based on predefined metrics related to human resources, infrastructure, and licensing activities.

3. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) will collect data from states monthly and share the scores with them.

4. The initiative primarily focuses on enhancing the manufacturing aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, neglecting distribution aspects.

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

10. The SHRESTH index is designed to achieve which of the following objectives?

1. Harmonize regulatory processes across states.

2. Promote innovation in pharmaceutical technology.

3. Serve as a scorecard for ranking states based on drug safety.

4. Facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-learning among states.

A. 1, 2, and 4
B. 1, 3, and 4
C. 2 and 3 only
D. All of the above

11. What is the significance of India achieving WHO ML3 status for vaccines in the context of the SHRESTH initiative?

A. It indicates the need for similar standards to be applied to medicines.
B. It signifies that India no longer needs to improve its pharmaceutical regulatory framework.
C. It suggests that India’s drug regulatory system is already globally superior.
D. It is not directly relevant to the SHRESTH initiative.

12. Which of the following statements accurately reflect India’s advancements and initiatives in the field of astronomy and space research?

1. India operates one of the world’s highest astronomical observatories located in Ladakh.

2. The ‘One Nation One Subscription’ scheme provides free access to international journals for students and researchers.

3. India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission successfully landed near the Moon’s South Pole, marking a significant achievement.

4. India is actively participating in global mega-science projects such as the Square Kilometre Array and LIGO-India.

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

13. The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, as described in recent reports, is best characterized as:

A. A purely symbolic event with no practical impact on national unity.
B. A localized event with limited participation from the public.
C. A nationwide campaign that aims to foster a sense of national unity and pride.
D. A government initiative that has faced considerable public opposition.

14. Considering the context of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and its alignment with broader national goals, which statement(s) is/are accurate?

A. The campaign directly contradicts the government’s focus on maintaining a secular nation.
B. The campaign is unrelated to India’s efforts to achieve the status of a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
C. The campaign utilizes existing national pride to promote other government initiatives, such as cleanliness drives.
D. The campaign’s success is independent of the success of other government initiatives.

15. Which of the following statements regarding India’s elephant conservation efforts are correct?

1. India utilizes modern technologies like AI and geospatial mapping alongside traditional knowledge for elephant habitat protection.

2. The Gaj Gaurav Awards recognize individuals for their outstanding contributions to elephant conservation.

3. A nationwide awareness campaign on elephant conservation engaged over 10 lakh students.

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

16. India’s approach to elephant conservation is best characterized by which of the following?

1. Primarily focusing on legal protections and enforcement

2. Integrating scientific planning with community participation and cultural respect

3. Relying solely on technological solutions such as AI and remote sensing

4. Emphasizing the economic benefits of elephant tourism

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

17. The ‘Healthy Feet, Healthy Elephants’ initiative is primarily focused on:

A. Improving the diet of captive elephants
B. Developing advanced medical treatments for elephants
C. Enhancing foot care practices for captive Asian elephants
D. Creating elephant sanctuaries and habitats

18. Which of the following statements regarding the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS) implementation under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) is/are correct?

1. APBS was implemented to ensure timely wage payments and address issues related to frequent changes in beneficiary bank account numbers.

2. APBS is mandatory from January 1, 2024, and uses Aadhaar authentication to improve transparency, reduce leakages, and ensure only legitimate beneficiaries receive wages.

3. The National Automated Clearing House (NACH) serves as an alternative payment route if APBS fails.

4. The Ministry of Rural Development uses various mechanisms, including field visits and virtual conferences, to monitor the implementation of APBS.

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

19. The 2024 Awas Survey, mentioned in the context of PMAY-G, is significant primarily because:

A. It is the first nationwide survey of rural housing needs in India.
B. It incorporates novel features to enhance transparency and citizen participation in housing allocation.
C. It aims to identify and address the issues of homelessness in urban areas.
D. It focuses solely on collecting data on the number of houses constructed under PMAY-G.

20. Consider the following statements about the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Grameen (PMAY-G):

1. The scheme aims to provide housing to all eligible rural households.

2. A significant increase in central government funding has been observed since 2014.

3. The scheme’s implementation is currently focused on achieving a saturation target.

(4) Which statement(s) is/are correct?

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

21. Which of the following statements regarding the Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) scheme are correct?

1. The scheme aims to construct 4.95 crore pucca houses in rural areas by 2029.

2. The Union Cabinet recently approved an additional 2 crore houses under PMAY-G for construction between FY 2024-25 and 2028-29.

3. As of August 4, 2025, more than half of the targeted houses have been completed under the scheme.

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

22. Considering the information provided, which of the following states had the highest number of PMAY-G houses completed as of August 4, 2025?

A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Bihar
D. West Bengal

23. Which of the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) scheme is/are correct?

1. The scheme’s initial target was to construct 2.95 crore houses between FY 2016-17 and 2023-24.

2. As of August 4, 2025, over 2.81 crore houses have been completed under the scheme.

3. The Union Cabinet extended PMAY-G for five years, from FY 2024-25 to 2028-29, aiming to build an additional 2 crore houses.

4. The scheme is currently implemented in all Indian states and union territories.

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

24. The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) aims to achieve “Housing for All” in rural areas. Which of the following factors pose challenges to achieving this goal?

1. Satisfactory Action Taken Reports on implementation irregularities.

2. Uneven implementation across states and union territories.

3. Inadequate identification of eligible households.

4. Lack of funds allocated to the scheme.

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

25. Consider the following statements about the recently concluded phase and the extension of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G):

1. A new survey is being conducted using eKYC face-based authentication to identify additional eligible households.

2. The states of Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Karnataka have not achieved saturation of eligible households from the existing SECC-2011 and Awaas+ 2018 lists.

3. The scheme’s extension includes a revised set of exclusion parameters for identifying eligible beneficiaries.

(4) Which statement(s) is/are correct?

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

26. Which of the following statements regarding government initiatives to support MSMEs are correct?

1. The Udyam Registration Portal, launched in 2020, employs a revised classification criteria for MSMEs.

2. The Credit Guarantee Scheme has been revamped, involving a significant fund infusion to boost credit availability for MSEs.

3. The Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) addresses the issue of delayed payments to MSMEs by facilitating electronic financing of trade receivables.

4. A Self-Reliant India (SRI) Fund provides equity funding to MSMEs with growth potential.

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

27. The government’s support for MSMEs includes various schemes. Which of the following is NOT a direct initiative aimed at boosting the MSME sector?

1. Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)

2. Micro and Small Enterprises-Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP)

3. National Food Security Act

4. Credit Guarantee Scheme for Micro and Small Enterprises

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

28. Consider the following statements about the impact of government policies on the MSME sector:

1. The inclusion of retail and wholesale traders as MSMEs broadened the scope of support schemes.

2. The enhancement of project costs under PMEGP increased the scheme’s reach.

3. The Udyam Assist Platform aims to integrate informal micro-enterprises into the formal economy.

(4) Which statement(s) is/are correct?

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

29. Which of the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is/are correct?

1. PMGSY-II was launched to upgrade existing rural roads.

2. PMGSY-III aimed to consolidate through routes and major rural links, including roads connecting Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs).

3. PMGSY-IV’s primary objective is to provide road connectivity to unconnected habitations that became eligible due to population growth, as per the 2001 Census data.

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

30. The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is primarily concerned with which of the following?

A. Developing National Highways
B. Improving rural road infrastructure
C. Maintaining State Highways
D. Constructing urban expressways

31. Consider the following statements about the maintenance of roads under PMGSY:

1. State Governments are responsible for the maintenance of PMGSY roads.

2. A five-year maintenance contract is mandatory for all PMGSY road works.

3. The eMARG application is used to monitor the maintenance of National Highways.

(4) Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

32. Which of the following statements correctly describes the DeenDayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) and Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs)?

1. DDU-GKY is a placement-linked skill development program for rural youth aged 15-35 years, aiming for regular wage employment.

2. RSETIs provide training in skill and entrepreneurship development, funded partly by sponsoring banks and the Ministry of Rural Development.

3. Both schemes are components of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), focusing on poverty alleviation through skill development.

4. DDU-GKY mandates a minimum of 50% of trainees to be from Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes.

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2, and 3 only
C. 1, 2, and 4 only
D. All of the above

33. The DDU-GKY scheme aims to achieve which of the following objectives?

A. Promote entrepreneurship among rural women
B. Provide skill development leading to wage employment above minimum wages
C. Enhance agricultural productivity through technological interventions
D. Facilitate migration of rural youth to urban areas for better job opportunities

34. Consider the following statements about the social inclusion provisions within the DDU-GKY scheme:

1. At least 33% of trainees must be women.

2. A minimum of 5% of trainees must be persons with disabilities.

3. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes must constitute at least 50% of trainees.

(4) Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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