Polity & New Initiatives by Govt. - GS question based on India Year Book

ANSWER: Ranchi

Explanation:
NDLM envisages making one person in each household digitally literate through ICT training to 10 lakh persons, one in every eligible household in selected Blocks in each State/ UT of the country. It has now been proposed to expand the scheme under ‘Digital India’ initiative of the Government to cover 40 lakh persons in selected households throughout the country.

ANSWER: Tapping household small savings for funding infrastructure development

Explanation:
Amount invested in Kisan Vikas Patra (KYP) doubles in 100 months at the present rates. The certificates can be purchased by an adult for himself or on behalf of a minor or to a minor. It can also be purchased jointly by two adults. Kisan Vikas Patra (KYP) has been reintroduced and is available in Post Offices. In future, DVP will be available in banks which are/will be authorized for handling small savings schemes. Initially it was started in 1988.

ANSWER: Formation of National Judicial Appointments Commission

Explanation:
The NJAC Bill amends the provisions related to appointment of Supreme Court and High Court Judges, and the transfer of High Court Judges. NJAC is a constitutional body. Article 124 is modifies. 124A and 124B are added.

ANSWER: Only 1 and 2

Explanation:
The objective of the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs ‘Know India Programme’ is to help familiarize Indian Diaspora youth, in the age group of 18-26 years, with developments and achievements made by the country and bringing them closer to the land of their ancestors. The Study India Programme enables Overseas Indian youth to undergo short term course in an Indian University to familiarize them with the history, heritage, art, culture, socio-political and economic developments, etc. of India. The focus of the programme is on academic orientation and research.

ANSWER: Only 1 and 4

Explanation:
Swachha Bharat Abhiyaan and National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) are implemented with changed sharing pattern by centre and the states.

ANSWER: IAF and Indian Army’s recue and relief operation in Nepal

Explanation:
It was the biggest relief and rescue operation abroad ever of the Indian Armed Forces.

ANSWER: Shram Suvidha

Explanation:
Under the portal the government would allot Labour Identification Number (LIN) and allow the firms to file online compliance for 16 out of 44 labor laws by introducing just a single online form. The LIN web portal will operate through unique LIN or Shram Pehchan Sankhya for each employer and will provide for e-filing of annual returns by employers.

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:
The nine pillars are Broadband Highways, Universal Access to Mobile Connectivity, Public Internet Access Programme, e-Governance – Reforming Government through Technology, e-Kranti (NeGP 2.0) – Electronic delivery of services, Information for All, Electronics Manufacturing – Target NET ZERO Imports, IT for Jobs, Early Harvest Programmes.

ANSWER: Only 1, 2 and 4

Explanation:
The school curriculum will have a separate chapter on gender mainstreaming to sensitize students, teachers and community at large to be more sensitive to the needs of the girl child and women.

ANSWER: Both 1 and 2

Explanation:
It is implemented by Department of industrial Policy and Promotion in Ministry of Commerce and Industry. E-Biz portal would provide a 24x7; online, real-time platform for all central regulatory clearances. In partnership with State governments, State Level Clearances would also be brought on this portal.