Daily PIB Quiz – 28 Jun 2025

1. Consider the following statements regarding the e-Shram portal:

(1) It was launched under the aegis of the Ministry of Labour & Employment.

(2) It aims to create a national database of unorganised workers.

(3) Workers registered on the portal are eligible for an accidental insurance cover of ₹2 lakh under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. With reference to the National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), consider the following statements:

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

(2) It is responsible for providing Medium Range Weather Forecasts (MRWF) for India.

(3) It utilizes a dedicated supercomputing facility for its forecasting activities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

3. Which of the following ministries is primarily responsible for the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED)?

A. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
B. Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C. Ministry of Rural Development
D. Ministry of Home Affairs

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY):

(1) It is a scheme providing crop insurance to farmers against non-preventable natural risks.

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

(3) Farmers’ share of the premium is capped at 1.5% for Kharif crops and 2% for Rabi crops.

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. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the National Policy for Rare Diseases, 2021?

A. To provide universal free treatment for all rare diseases.
B. To focus on early screening, prevention, and affordable treatment for rare diseases.
C. To establish a dedicated research institute for rare diseases in every state.
D. To eliminate all rare diseases within a decade through gene therapy.

6. With reference to the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), consider the following statements:

(1) It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

(2) It played a crucial role in the Green Revolution in India.

(3) It is renowned for its research in areas such as crop improvement, soil science, and agricultural physics.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

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

(1) India’s theme for the G20 Presidency was “One Earth, One Family, One Future”.

(2) The G20 comprises 19 countries and the European Union.

(3) The G20 Summit in 2023 was held in New Delhi.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

8. The ‘Swachhta Pakhwada’ initiative, often seen in the news, is celebrated by various ministries and departments primarily to:

A. Promote digital literacy in rural areas.
B. Conduct a fortnight-long intensive sanitation campaign.
C. Encourage sports and fitness activities.
D. Raise awareness about financial inclusion.

9. With reference to the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY), consider the following statements:

(1) It was a health insurance scheme for Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

(2) It was launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

(3) The scheme provided cashless health insurance cover up to ₹30,000 per family per annum.

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

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

(1) It aims to identify and promote a unique product from each district of the country.

(2) It falls under the ambit of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

(3) The initiative is intended to foster balanced regional development and promote exports.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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