Q. The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme was launched in which year? (1975)
A.1975
B.1985
C.1995
D.2005
Solution
The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme was launched in 1975 to provide food, preschool education, and primary healthcare to children under 6 years of age.
Q. Which of the following welfare schemes focuses on providing employment to rural households in India? (2005)
A.Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
B.National Rural Livelihood Mission
C.Skill India Mission
D.Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
Solution
The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) was enacted in 2005 to provide at least 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every rural household.
Correct Answer: A — Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
Q. Which of the following welfare schemes was launched to provide financial assistance to the elderly, widows, and disabled individuals in India? (1995)
A.Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
B.National Social Assistance Programme
C.Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
D.Integrated Child Development Services
Solution
The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) was launched in 1995 to provide financial assistance to the elderly, widows, and disabled individuals.
Correct Answer: B — National Social Assistance Programme