Q. 21. The ‘Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)’ initiative, a focus area in Budget 2024-25, does NOT include:
Aadhaar
UPI
Digi locker
PM-KISAN
Answer:
(D) PM-KISAN
Explanation:
Aadhaar, UPI, and DigiLocker form the foundational pillars of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (often referred to as India Stack). PM-KISAN is a specific government direct benefit transfer scheme, not a DPI platform itself.
Q. 22. In which IIT institute ISRO has launched latest version of FEAST Software
IIT, Delhi
IIT, Hyderabad
IIT, Roorkee
IIT, Kharagpur
Answer:
(D) IIT, Kharagpur
Explanation:
ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) developed the FEAST (Finite Element Analysis of Structures) software. It has actively engaged with premier academia like IIT Kharagpur and IIT Bombay to introduce it into higher education curricula.
Q. 23. The ‘I2U2 Group’ consists of India, Israel, the USA, and which other country?
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Egypt
Answer:
(A) UAE
Explanation:
The I2U2 Group is a strategic grouping established in 2021 comprising India, Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the United States (USA).
Q. 24. Which state recently launched the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana’ providing ₹1,000 monthly to women?
Uttar Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Delhi
Bihar
Answer:
(C) Delhi
Explanation:
The ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana’ was announced by the Delhi government in its 2024-25 budget to provide 1,000 per month to all eligible women above 18 years of age.
Q. 25. The ‘PM Vishwakarma Yojana’ provides financial support to:
Farmers
Traditional artisans
Startups
Women entrepreneurs
Answer:
(B) Traditional artisans
Explanation:
The PM Vishwakarma Yojana is a central sector scheme launched to provide end-to-end support, including financial assistance and skill training, to traditional artisans and craftspeople.
