Self-Employment Promotion Initiatives Quiz

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What was the original name of the scheme that was restructured into the current initiative for promoting self-employment?

National Rural Livelihood Mission

Swarnjayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (correct)

Rural Women Empowerment Program

Self-Help Group Initiative

What is the funding pattern for most states under the self-employment promotion scheme?

50:50

100:0

70:30

60:40 (correct)

Which group is NOT specifically mentioned as a focus for coverage in the poverty alleviation initiative?

Scheduled Castes

Women Entrepreneurs (correct)

Persons with Disabilities

Scheduled Tribes

What amount is provided as a Revolving Fund per Self Help Group?

₹20,000-30,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)?

Reforming the fisheries sector Signup and view all the answers

What was the additional amount approved for the fisheries sector under the PMMSY?

Rs 6,000 crore Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of the Minimum Support Price (MSP)?

It serves as a benchmark for the open market. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in Cost A2?

Out-of-pocket expenses for inputs Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT a core component of the self-employment promotion scheme?

Financial support for education Signup and view all the answers

When was the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana launched?

2020 Signup and view all the answers

How does MSP support farmers during distress selling?

By offering price support. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'FRP' refer to in agriculture?

Fair and Remunerative Price for sugarcane Signup and view all the answers

What is the proposed formula for setting MSP according to Dr. M.S. Swaminathan?

1.5(A2+FL) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following outlines a component that is NOT included in Cost C2?

Family labor Signup and view all the answers

Why is maintaining a buffer stock important?

To stabilize prices and support farmers. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Garib Kalyan Yojana' relate to?

A government welfare scheme Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)?

To provide comprehensive insurance cover against crop failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum premium rate payable by farmers for Kharif crops?

2% Signup and view all the answers

How is the cost sharing structured between the Centre and State for PMFBY?

50:50 by Centre & State Signup and view all the answers

What innovative technology was recently introduced as part of PMFBY to enhance transparency?

Yield Estimation System based on Technology (YES-Tech) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the premium is payable by farmers for annual commercial and horticulture crops under PMFBY?

5% Signup and view all the answers

Which initiative was organized for distributing crop insurance policy receipts to farmers?

Meri Policy Mere Haath Signup and view all the answers

What is the coverage for prevented sowing or germination risk under PMFBY?

Up to 25% of the insured amount Signup and view all the answers

As of 2023-24, what is the budget allocation for PMFBY?

13,625 Crore Signup and view all the answers

What is the net sown area of India as a percentage of its total geographical area?

42.4% Signup and view all the answers

What is the gross sown area of the country?

200.2 million hectares Signup and view all the answers

What is the cropping intensity of India?

143.6% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of rural households were engaged in agriculture in 2022-23?

58.3% Signup and view all the answers

How much area is designated as waste land in India?

55.7 million hectares Signup and view all the answers

What is the share of Gross Value Added (GVA) of agriculture and allied sectors in the total economy for 2022-23?

18.3% Signup and view all the answers

What is the net irrigated area in India according to the latest data?

68.64 million hectares Signup and view all the answers

What is the total geographical area (TGA) of the country?

329 million hectares Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum premium share that a farmer is required to pay for Kharif crops under the PMFBY guidelines?

2% Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for the AGMARK certification in India?

Directorate of Marketing and Inspection Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)?

Export promotion of agricultural and processed food products Signup and view all the answers

As of now, how many Agri-Export Zones exist in India?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective region for AGMARK certification?

India Signup and view all the answers

What was APEDA's predecessor organization?

Processed Food Export Promotion Council Signup and view all the answers

When was AGMARK established?

1986 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of global pesticide consumption does India account for?

1.7% Signup and view all the answers

On which date is World Wetland Day celebrated?

2 February Signup and view all the answers

What is the date for World Coffee Day?

1 October Signup and view all the answers

Which important day takes place on 8 March?

International Women's Day Signup and view all the answers

Which day is designated as National Nutrition Week?

1-7 September Signup and view all the answers

What is celebrated on 15 March?

World Consumer Day Signup and view all the answers

When do we observe World Egg Day?

Last Saturday of October Signup and view all the answers

Which event occurs on 21 November?

World Fish Day Signup and view all the answers

What day is celebrated on 22 April?

World Earth Day Signup and view all the answers

Which day is commemorated as International Day for the Eradication of Poverty?

17 October Signup and view all the answers

When is National Agriculture Education Day celebrated?

3 December Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

IBPS-AFO 2025 Study Notes

The publication is for the IBPS-AFO 2025 exam.
It covers pedon master notes, current agricultural schemes, and government schemes.
Information includes agricultural schemes in news, fertilizer schemes, minor irrigation schemes, food storage, NABARD, SHGs, the Lakhpati Didi scheme, the IBPS-AFO/FCI 2025 exam, and the estimated production of major crops during 2022-23.
Top 5 rice-producing states in India are detailed, with figures for production in 2022.
Total geographical area statistics for India exist.
Soil Health Card (SHC) Scheme is discussed.
Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for short-term agricultural loans is highlighted.
National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading portal.
Agriculture infrastructure fund (AIF) scheme components and features are described.
Facts about millets are discussed.
Important dates in agriculture are listed.
A list of crops and their top-producing states.
Important organizations in agriculture are listed.
A list of ICAR directorates and project directorates.
Information on the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme (PM-KISAN).
Information on the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM).
Information on the Atal Bhujal Yojana.
Information on Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
Information on the Minimum Support Price (MSP).
Various methods of calculation in agriculture economics.

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Test your knowledge on the various schemes aimed at promoting self-employment and poverty alleviation, including the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana and the Minimum Support Price system. Explore the funding patterns, objectives, and key components of these important initiatives in agriculture and fisheries.