Daily PIB Quiz – 19 Jun 2025

1. Consider the following statements regarding the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative:

(1) It is an initiative under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

(2) The primary objective of ODOP is to promote balanced regional development across all districts of the country.

(3) Products are selected based on their potential for export, indigenous craft, and traditional art.

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

2. With reference to the Co-WIN platform, which of the following statements is/are correct?

(1) It was developed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for managing India’s COVID-19 vaccination program.

(2) The platform facilitated features like vaccination slot booking, certificate generation, and adverse event reporting.

(3) Co-WIN is exclusively an Indian platform and its technology is not shared with other countries.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

3. Which of the following bodies is responsible for conducting the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination (CHSL) in India?

A. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
B. Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
C. National Testing Agency (NTA)
D. Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)

4. Regarding the India Meteorological Department (IMD), consider the following statements:

(1) It is an agency of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

(2) IMD is the principal agency responsible for meteorological observations, weather forecasting, and seismology in India.

(3) It issues warnings for tropical cyclones and other extreme weather events.

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

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

(1) It aims to provide comprehensive insurance cover against failure of crops, thereby helping in stabilising the income of farmers.

(2) The scheme covers all food and oilseed crops and annual commercial/horticultural crops.

(3) Farmers’ premium rates are capped at 1.5% for Kharif crops and 2% for Rabi crops.

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

6. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) operates under which Union Ministry?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C. Ministry of External Affairs
D. Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)

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

(1) India’s G20 Presidency theme was “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth · One Family · One Future”.

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

(3) The G20 focuses on major global issues such as the world economy, international financial stability, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.

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

8. The “PM-DAKSH” (Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi) Yojana is implemented by which ministry?

A. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
B. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
C. Ministry of Rural Development
D. Ministry of Labour and Employment

9. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP)?

A. To promote urban development in border areas.
B. To enhance infrastructure and livelihood opportunities in border villages.
C. To establish new industrial zones along international borders.
D. To strengthen military presence in remote border regions.

10. Consider the following statements regarding India’s textile sector:

(1) India is one of the largest producers of cotton globally.

(2) The textile industry is a significant employer, second only to agriculture in terms of employment generation in India.

(3) Technological Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS) was launched to facilitate investment in modern textile machinery.

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. What is the primary purpose of the “Dak Karmayogi” portal recently launched by the Department of Posts?

A. To facilitate online tracking of postal parcels.
B. To provide e-commerce services for rural artisans.
C. To enhance the training and skilling of postal employees.
D. To manage grievances related to postal services.

12. With reference to the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE), consider the following statements:

(1) It is conducted annually by the Ministry of Education.

(2) AISHE collects detailed information on various parameters from all higher education institutions in the country.

(3) The survey provides key performance indicators on the status of higher education 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

13. Which of the following Union Ministries is responsible for the National Health Mission (NHM)?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
C. Ministry of Women and Child Development
D. Ministry of Ayush

14. The National Medical Commission (NMC) is the regulatory body for medical education and practice in India. Which of the following acts established the NMC?

A. Indian Medical Council Act, 1956
B. National Medical Commission Act, 2019
C. Health and Family Welfare Act, 2017
D. Medical Education Reform Act, 2018

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

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

(2) UPI allows instant money transfers between two bank accounts on a mobile platform.

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

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. The “Har Ghar Jal” initiative is a component of which broader government mission?

A. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
B. Jal Jeevan Mission
C. National Rural Health Mission
D. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana

17. Which of the following organizations is responsible for the construction and maintenance of National Highways in India?

A. Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
B. National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
C. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)
D. Public Works Department (PWD) of respective states

18. With reference to the Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) scheme, consider the following statements:

(1) It aims to provide vocational skills to non-literate, neo-literate, and school dropouts.

(2) The scheme is implemented through Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).

(3) The primary focus of JSS is on urban slum dwellers.

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. The “Meri LiFE” mobile application is related to which of the following?

A. Promoting digital literacy
B. Encouraging sustainable lifestyle practices
C. Facilitating online government services
D. Tracking personal health records

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

(1) India is a major producer of rice and wheat globally.

(2) The Green Revolution significantly contributed to increasing food grain production in India.

(3) The Minimum Support Price (MSP) mechanism is implemented to ensure remunerative prices for farmers for their crops.

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