Health and Education

Q1.Consider the following statements regarding India's health initiatives: 1. The National Programme for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NP-NCD) was launched to address eradicated diseases like Smallpox and Yaws. 2. The '75/25 initiative' is focused on screening and providing a standard of care for individuals with Leprosy and Sickle Cell Disease. 3. The Population-Based Screening (PBS) initiative, under Comprehensive Primary Health Care, screens individuals of all age groups for common non-communicable diseases. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q2.Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Kothari Commission of 1964 recommended the creation of an Indian Education Service. Statement-II: The primary objective of the Kothari Commission was to promote games and sports to improve the physical fitness of students. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q3.Consider the following statements: 1. The National Institute of Communicable Diseases (NICD) was established with a mandate to function as a national centre of excellence for the control of both communicable and non-communicable diseases. 2. India was declared 'Leprosy-free' in 2005, fulfilling a goal set by the National Health Policy, 2002, and currently accounts for a negligible percentage of the world's new Leprosy patients. 3. The Pulse Polio programme, introduced in 1995, was the primary initiative that led to India achieving the goal of elimination of Yaws in 2006. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q4.With reference to major education surveys in India, consider the following statements: 1. The All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) is conducted by the NGO Pratham. 2. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) is a survey conducted by the Ministry of Education. 3. Both ASER and AISHE were initiated in the same year, 2010-11. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q5.Consider the following statements regarding the findings of recent education surveys: 1. According to the AISHE 2021-22, Anganwadi centres are the largest provider of pre-primary education services in India. 2. The ASER 2024 report indicates that the Gender Parity Index (GPI) in higher education has increased to 1.01. 3. The AISHE 2021-22 identifies Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu as the top 3 states in terms of the number of students enrolled in higher education. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q6.Consider the following statements regarding the evolution of National Health Policies in India: 1. The National Health Policy, 2017, introduced the concept of intermediation through ‘Health volunteers’ to improve healthcare access. 2. A key feature of the National Health Policy, 2017, is the provision of free drugs, free diagnostics, and free emergency services in all public hospitals. 3. The National Health Policy, 2017, was the first to propose well-considered health insurance schemes as a core component. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q7.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The National Digital Health Blueprint (NDHB) serves as the guiding document for implementing the National Digital Health Mission in India. Statement-II: The NDHB recommended the establishment of the National Digital Health Authority (NDHA) as a new entity with functional autonomy similar to UIDAI. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q8.With reference to India's public health goals, consider the following pairs: 1. Eliminate Kala Azar : 2025 2. Eliminate Lymphatic filariasis : 2030 3. Eliminate HIV/AIDS : 2030 How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Q9.With reference to the National Nutrition Policy, 1993, consider the following statements: 1. Fortification of essential foods like salt with iodine is classified as a direct short-term intervention. 2. Ensuring minimum wage administration is categorized as a direct short-term intervention. 3. Prevention of food adulteration by gearing up enforcement machinery is considered an indirect, long-term policy instrument. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q10.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The National Nutrition Strategy (NNS) of 2017, which introduced the 'Kuposhan Mukt Bharat' vision, was formulated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Statement-II: The National Nutrition Policy of 1993 was published by NITI Aayog as a foundational document to combat undernutrition. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q11.With reference to the rural health care system in India, consider the following statements: 1. The Primary Health Centre (PHC) is the most peripheral and first contact point between the primary healthcare system and the community. 2. A Sub Centre is required to be manned by a medical officer supported by paramedical staff. 3. All Community Health Centres (CHCs) are designated as First Referral Units (FRUs) to provide specialized services. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q12.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: India's health sector is characterized by high Out-Of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) and low financial protection for adverse health events. Statement-II: The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) was launched to provide insurance cover to the entire Indian population to achieve Universal Health Coverage. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q13.Consider the following statements regarding health policy and insurance in India: 1. The High-Level Expert Group (HLEG) on Universal Health Coverage was constituted by NITI Aayog in 2010. 2. According to a NITI Aayog report, the 'missing middle' in health insurance refers to the poorest 40 per cent of the population who are devoid of financial protection. 3. The General Insurance Corporation of India is a nationalised reinsurance company operating under the administrative control of the Ministry of Finance. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q14.Consider the following statements regarding the targets of various health initiatives in India: 1. The National Health Mission aims to reduce the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) to 2.5. 2. The Sarva Dawa Sevan campaign aims to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis by 2025, which is three years ahead of the global target. 3. One of the goals under the National Health Mission is to reduce the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) to 25 per 1000 live births. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q15.With reference to recent health initiatives, consider the following statements: 1. Project Aarogya Maitri is an emergency medical aid programme featuring portable ‘mini cubes’ for rapid deployment. 2. The entire BHISHM aid unit can be set up within 12 minutes to bridge the care gap during the ‘golden hour’ in mass casualty incidents. 3. Aarogya Maitri was launched to offer essential medical supplies to developing countries affected by humanitarian crises. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q16.Consider the following statements regarding India's health programmes: 1. The National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) and the Ayushman Bharat scheme are both implemented by the National Health Authority (NHA). 2. The Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) was launched after the formation of the National Health Mission (NHM). 3. The 'SMART' programme, aimed at boosting Ayurveda research, was launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q17.Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA): 1. The scheme guarantees a minimum package of antenatal care services to women starting from their second trimester of pregnancy at any private health facility. 2. The program mandates private practitioners to volunteer for the campaign to ensure its success. 3. The original PMSMA launched in 2016 was specifically designed to track High-Risk Pregnancies (HRPs) and ensure timely interventions. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q18.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) provides comprehensive and quality antenatal care free of cost. Statement-II: The services under PMSMA are available to all pregnant women in their 2nd/3rd trimesters of pregnancy on the 9th of every month at designated government health facilities. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q19.With reference to the post-independence commissions for the development of education, consider the following statements: 1. The University Education Commission (1948) recommended the implementation of a diversified curriculum at the secondary stage. 2. The Secondary Education Commission (1952-53) recommended the establishment of rural universities. 3. The University Education Commission (1948) suggested that the University Grants Commission (UGC) should be established to allocate funds. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q20.Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Secondary Education Commission (1952-53) recommended a three-year national system of secondary education. Statement-II: The primary objective of the Secondary Education Commission, chaired by Dr. Lakshmanaswami Mudaliar, was to study the problems of university education in India. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q21.Consider the following statements regarding National Policies on Education: 1. The '10+2+3' pattern of education was first recommended by the National Policy on Education, 1986. 2. The 'Operation Blackboard' initiative was launched to provide essential facilities to primary schools following the recommendations of the National Policy on Education, 1986. 3. The National Policy on Education, 1968, placed special emphasis on removing disparities and equalising educational opportunities for women, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q22.With reference to the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. The implementation of the scheme is monitored by the National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights. 2. In case the Mid-Day Meal is not provided, the Central Government is mandated to pay a food security allowance to the beneficiaries. 3. The scheme initially covered students from Classes I-V and was later extended to cover students up to Class VIII. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q23.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The National Education Policy 2020 proposes to replace the existing 10+2 system with a 5+3+3+4 curricular structure. Statement-II: A primary objective of the National Education Policy 2020 is to achieve a 100 per cent Gross Enrolment Ratio in school education by 2030. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q24.Consider the following statements regarding recent educational schemes: 1. The PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) is classified as a Central Sector Scheme. 2. The One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) Scheme is classified as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. 3. The New India Literacy Programme (NLIP) is classified as a Central Sector Scheme. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q25.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Radhakrishnan panel recommended that the National Testing Agency's mandate be limited to conducting entrance examinations for higher education. Statement-II: The National Testing Agency was originally established with a broad mandate to assess candidate competency for both admission and recruitment purposes. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q26.With reference to the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. It provides for collateral-free loans with a 100 percent credit guarantee by the Government of India for amounts up to ₹7.5 lakh. 2. A full interest subvention is offered to students with an annual family income of up to ₹8 lakhs. 3. It is a Centrally Sponsored scheme designed to provide financial assistance to meritorious students. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q27.With reference to India's National Nutrition Policy instruments, consider the following statements: 1. Direct, short-term interventions include improving the status of women and ensuring minimum wage administration. 2. Indirect, long-term strategies include the fortification of essential foods with micronutrients like iodine. 3. Expanding the nutrition intervention net through Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) is a direct intervention. How many of the statements given above are correct?

Q28.Examine the following statements: Statement-I: The National Nutrition Strategy, which introduced the vision of 'Kuposhan Mukt Bharat', was formulated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Statement-II: India's foundational National Nutrition Policy focused exclusively on indirect, long-term strategies, neglecting direct, short-term interventions like food fortification. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q29.Regarding India's nutritional status, consider the following statements: 1. Wasting in children, an indicator of chronic undernutrition, is currently more prevalent than stunting. 2. Recent national-level data indicates that the prevalence of anaemia is significantly higher among adolescent girls than in young children. 3. The concept of 'hidden hunger' refers to a situation where caloric needs are met but essential micronutrients are lacking. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?