PRELIMS MCQ HomePRELIMS EXAMPRELIMS MCQ DAILY PRELIMS MCQ 1 / 5 Q1. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), consider the following statements: It is implemented by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) aims to certify skills already possessed by individuals. The scheme is implemented directly by the Central Government without involvement of State Governments. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only Explanation: Statement 1 is CORRECT: MSDE Implementation: PMKVY is flagship scheme of Ministry of Skill Development. Ministry Authority: Implemented under MSDE administrative framework. Implementation Control: MSDE oversees all scheme operations and guidelines. Scheme Launch: Launched by MSDE in July 2015 officially. Statement 2 is CORRECT: RPL Certification: RPL certifies previously acquired skills of individuals. Prior Learning Recognition: Recognizes skills already possessed by trainees. Credentialing: Provides formal certification for existing competencies. Skill Validation: Validates and documents already-learned skills. Statement 3 is INCORRECT: State Implementation: NOT implemented directly by Central Government alone. State Involvement: State governments serve as implementing agencies. Shared Implementation: Requires state government cooperation and participation. Federal Structure: Follows cooperative federalism implementation approach. 2 / 5 Q2. With reference to Thirukkural, consider the following statements: Porul deals with governance, economy and administration. Inbam deals with spiritual liberation and asceticism. Aram emphasises virtues such as truth and compassion. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3 / 5 Q3. Which one of the following best describes a withholding tax? (a) Tax imposed only on capital gains arising from securities transactions (b) Tax collected from income after it reaches the recipient (c) Tax deducted at source before income reaches the recipient (d) Tax imposed exclusively on foreign corporations 4 / 5 Q4. With reference to Agri Stack, consider the following statements: Farmer Registry is maintained as a federated registry compiled by States. Unified Farmer Service Interface promotes interoperability among stakeholders. Consent once given by a farmer cannot be withdrawn. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 5 / 5 Q5. With reference to e-Jagriti, consider the following statements: It is an AI-enabled grievance-redressal platform. It enables virtual hearings and electronic notices. It is restricted to domestic consumers residing within India. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Your score isThe average score is 56% 0% Restart quiz