Economy · SSC CGL previous year questions

Consider the following statements about the MISHTI Scheme: 1. It aims at mangrove plantation using scientific methods. 2. It was announced under Budget 2023-24. 3. It includes commercial leasing of mangrove forests.

1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
4. D.All 1, 2 and 3 are correct

The term ‘Microfinancing’ was first used in the 1970s during the development of Grameen Bank of Bangladesh, which was founded by ______.

1. A.Alfred Marshall
2. B.Muhammad Yunus
3. C.Adam Smith
4. D.Jeremy Bentham

In which of the following situations does the government run a deficit budget?

1. A.When the government expenditure and revenue both are zero.
2. B.When the government revenue exceeds expenditure.
3. C.When the government expenditure equals revenue.
4. D.When the government expenditure exceeds revenue.

What is the cost of the ‘Nand Baba Milk Mission’ scheme launched by the Uttar Pradesh state government in 2023 to provide milk producers the facility of selling their milk at a reasonable price in villages through dairy co-operative societies?

1. A.₹2,000 crore
2. B.₹1,500 crore
3. C.₹500 crore
4. D.₹1,000 crore

Which of the following is a key focus area of the ‘Amrit Dharohar’ scheme launched by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day, 2023?

1. A.Development of rural infrastructure
2. B.Preservation of ancient Indian heritage sites
3. C.Promotion of organic farming
4. D.To promote values of local communities in conserving wetland ecosystem

In Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana, the cost of unit assistance is shared between Central and State Governments in the ratio _________ for the North-Eastern and the Himalayan states.

1. A.60 : 40
2. B.90 : 10
3. C.45 : 55
4. D.50 : 50

In which year was Ujala Yojana launched?

1. A.2016
2. B.2014
3. C.2017
4. D.2015

Which of the following schemes of the Government of India is a part of the 'Target Group' approach?

1. A.Hill Areas Development Programme (HADP)
2. B.Drought Prone Areas Programme (DPAP)
3. C.Marginal Farmers Development Agency (MFDA)
4. D.Command Area Development & Water Management Programme (CADP)

Under which scheme are collateral free loans of up to ₹10 Lakh extended by the Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) in India?

1. A.Stand Up India scheme
2. B.Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
3. C.National Strategy for Financial Inclusion
4. D.Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana

Consider the following statements related to the Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) handbook. 1. It will be launched by the Ministry of Science and Technology. 2. ODR is the resolution for cases outside courts using digital technology and techniques of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration. 3. The development of ICT and increased use of internet has played a major role for ODR. Which of the given statements is/are correct?

1. A.Only 2 and 3
2. B.Only 1 and 3
3. C.Only 2
4. D.Only 1

The government of which of the following states allocated ₹11,728 crore for the Aasara pension scheme in its annual budget for the fiscal year 2022-23?

1. A.Telangana
2. B.Odisha
3. C.Chhattisgarh
4. D.Gujarat

Match the following items. List I List II i. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme a. 1994 ii. Mid-Day Meal Scheme b. 2004 iii. The National Accreditation Assessment Council c. 1945 iv. All India Council for Technical Education d. 1995

1. A.i (d), ii (a), iii (b), iv (c)
2. B.i (c), ii (d), iii (b), iv (a)
3. C.i (b), ii (d), iii (a), iv (c)
4. D.i (b), ii (c), iii (d), iv (a)

Which of the following is a component of the SHG-bank linkage program in India?

1. A.Microfinance institutions providing loans directly to SHGs
2. B.State government providing subsidies to SHGs for credit
3. C.Non-governmental organisations providing capacity building training to SHGs
4. D.Banks providing loans to individual members of SHGs

Which state Chief Minister launched the 'Kaushalya Matritva Yojana' in 2022, which provides financial assistance of ₹5,000 to women giving birth to a second girl child for safe motherhood?

1. A.Rajasthan
2. B.Uttar Pradesh
3. C.Chhattisgarh
4. D.Gujarat

When was the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana introduced to provide health insurance to people below the poverty line?

1. A.2014
2. B.2008
3. C.2017
4. D.2009

Consider the following statements and identify the INCORRECT statement(s). 1. The ‘Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0’ scheme has been implemented under the National Food Security Act, 2003. 2. It is an ongoing, Central Government-sponsored scheme under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. 3. It is extended to children aged below 6 years only. 4. Six services are provided under this scheme through the National Health Mission and Public Health Infrastructure.

1. A.Only 1, 3 and 4
2. B.Only 1, 2 and 3
3. C.Only 2 and 3
4. D.Only 4

If GNP is 16% higher than the last year and the rate of inflation is 9%, production in the economy has grown by:

1. A.5%
2. B.7%
3. C.4%
4. D.6%

In which year was the MPLADS scheme implemented?

1. A.2013
2. B.1983
3. C.2003
4. D.1993

In Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, beneficiaries are provided with how much amount every year?

1. A.₹4,000
2. B.₹6,000
3. C.₹5,000
4. D.₹3,000

On 29th October 2020, the Ministry of Science and Technology launched the SERB-POWER Scheme. What is the objective of the scheme?

1. A.To strengthen the solar programme of India with France
2. B.To mitigate gender disparity in science and engineering research funding in various academic programmes and laboratories
3. C.To allow reservation for women in the Parliament and Judiciary
4. D.To allow reservation for women in the Ministry of Science and Technology

What is subtracted from GDP to arrive at NDP?

1. A.Net indirect taxes
2. B.Subsidies
3. C.Depreciation
4. D.Net factor income from abroad

Identify the sequence of implementation of the following taxes: I.Land revenue, II.Sales tax, III.MODVAT, IV.Service tax

1. A.III, II, IV, I
2. B.IV, II, I, III
3. C.I, II, III, IV
4. D.II, IV, I, III

What is the amount of financial assistance provided per month to girl students studying in government schools under the ‘Tamil Nadu Pudhumai Penn Scheme’ launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 2023?

1. A.₹2,000 per month
2. B.₹500 per month
3. C.₹3,000 per month
4. D.₹1,000 per month

Under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, the maximum premium payable by the farmers will be _________ for all kharif food and oilseeds crops.

1. A.6%
2. B.8%
3. C.2%
4. D.4%

Which of the following statements is correct about the composition of the agriculture sector and employment in GDP post-independence?

1. A.The proportion of both the agriculture sector and employment in GDP has declined significantly.
2. B.The proportion of employment has declined significantly but not the share of the agriculture sector in GDP.
3. C.The proportion of both the agriculture sector and employment in GDP has increased significantly.
4. D.The proportion of GDP contributed by the agricultural sector declined significantly but not the employment depending on the agriculture sector.