Quiz 2020: Prelims Power Play 9 September 2020

1. Consider the following statements regarding PM SVANidhi

1. It is a special Micro-Credit Facility for MSMEs
2. Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) is the implementation partner for the scheme.
3. It has been launched by Ministry of finance.

Which of the above statements is /are correct?

2. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana has been in news recently. In this regard, consider statements on Indian fisheries:

1. It is entirely a centrally sector scheme.
2. India is the largest fish producing countries.
3. It aims to bring about Blue Revolution through sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector in India

Which of the above is/ are true?

3. In the context of direct seeded rice (DSR) and transplanting rice (TPR) technique of sowing, consider the following statements:

1. Transplanting rice technique is water intensive as well as labour intensive.
2. Direct seeded rice method can play crucial role in climate change mitigation.
3. Weed management in direct seeded rice is easier in compare to transplanting rice technique.

Select the incorrect answer using the code given below:

4. Which of the following come under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment?

1. Pradhan MantriAdarsh Gram Yojana (PMAGY
2. National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR)
3. National SafaiKaramcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)

5. Consider the following regarding Deputy Speaker of the Rajya Sabha

1. He is nominated by the President of India.
2. He can be removed by a resolution of Rajya Sabha passed by a special majority.
3. Salary of Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha is charged upon the consolidated fund of India.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?