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Which country launched a satellite to share important data with neighboring countries?
Which country launched a satellite to share important data with neighboring countries?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a neighboring country of South Africa with which data is shared?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a neighboring country of South Africa with which data is shared?
What is the primary aim of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY)?
What is the primary aim of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY)?
Which of these countries is included in the data-sharing initiative launched by South Africa?
Which of these countries is included in the data-sharing initiative launched by South Africa?
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Which initiative was launched in 2015 to improve the status of girls?
Which initiative was launched in 2015 to improve the status of girls?
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What is the purpose of the satellite launched by South Africa?
What is the purpose of the satellite launched by South Africa?
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What does the Maternal Benefit Programme provide to pregnant and lactating mothers?
What does the Maternal Benefit Programme provide to pregnant and lactating mothers?
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Which countries are specifically mentioned in the context of South Africa's satellite data-sharing initiative?
Which countries are specifically mentioned in the context of South Africa's satellite data-sharing initiative?
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What demographic does the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY primarily aim to benefit?
What demographic does the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY primarily aim to benefit?
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Which major health initiative expanded its coverage as part of the National Rural Drinking Water Programme?
Which major health initiative expanded its coverage as part of the National Rural Drinking Water Programme?
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What is one of the main focuses of the Sagamala programs?
What is one of the main focuses of the Sagamala programs?
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Which initiative is focused on promoting enterprise in India?
Which initiative is focused on promoting enterprise in India?
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What does the Digital India initiative aim to enhance?
What does the Digital India initiative aim to enhance?
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Which element is NOT part of the mission to conserve and sustainably use oceans?
Which element is NOT part of the mission to conserve and sustainably use oceans?
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What goal is associated with promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization in India?
What goal is associated with promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization in India?
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What was the primary feature of the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGREGA)?
What was the primary feature of the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGREGA)?
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Which initiative provides life and accident insurance for subscribers in India?
Which initiative provides life and accident insurance for subscribers in India?
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How much of the rural population is covered under the food security program?
How much of the rural population is covered under the food security program?
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What technology has been utilized to improve the delivery of benefits in India’s food security initiatives?
What technology has been utilized to improve the delivery of benefits in India’s food security initiatives?
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What trend was observed in organic farming in India as of March 2020?
What trend was observed in organic farming in India as of March 2020?
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Study Notes
Ensure Health Life and Promote Well Being for All (Goal 3)
- National Rural Drinking Water Programme has broadened its reach since its target announcement in 2017.
- National Health Policy adapts to evolving health needs.
Ayushman Bharat Mission
- Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY) launched as a key initiative.
- PM-JAY stands as the world's largest health assurance scheme.
- Aims to cover 5 lakh families annually, focusing on secondary and tertiary care for a decade.
- Targets the bottom 40% of the Indian population for health benefits.
Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women and Girls (Goal 5)
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao launched in 2015 to enhance girls' status.
- Maternal Benefit Programme offers cash transfers to support pregnant and lactating mothers for six months post-childbirth.
Ending Poverty (Goal 1)
- Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGREGA) is the largest employment program, providing an average of 49.81 days of work per household in 2018-19.
- Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana offer life and accident insurance at low premiums.
- Atal Pension Yojana extends pension coverage to workers in the unorganized sector.
Ending Hunger (Goal 2)
- Food security programs reach up to 75% of the rural and 50% of the urban population.
- Ration card digitalization paired with an Aadhaar card for efficient benefit distribution.
- Increase in land under organic farming by 2.7 million hectares as of March 2020.
Conserve and Sustainably Use Oceans
- Initiatives to strengthen marine research and develop eco-friendly technology.
- Coastal ocean monitoring systems track marine coastline levels.
- Sagamala program aims to enhance port connectivity and support industrialization along coastlines.
Promote Inclusive and Sustainable Industrialization and Innovation
- Focus on expanding transportation and innovative solutions through initiatives like Digital India.
- Digital India builds digitized highways, societal connectivity, and promotes e-governance.
- Make In India initiative fosters local production and manufacturing.
- Start-up India and Atal Innovation Mission launched to encourage entrepreneurship.
Regional Collaboration and Global Innovations
- Development of collaborative communities with neighboring countries to share innovations and expertise.
- South Africa's satellite launch emphasizes the importance of data sharing with countries including Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Afghanistan.
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Explore India's commitment to health and social empowerment through key initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and the National Health Policy. This quiz delves into programs aimed at enhancing well-being, gender equality, and poverty alleviation. Test your knowledge on the impacts of these programs and their goals for improving lives.
