Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana provides: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana provides:
A. fertilizer subsidy only
B. crop insurance against crop loss
C. minimum support price for crops
D. free electricity to farmers
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
PMFBY provides comprehensive crop insurance against crop loss due to natural calamities, pests and diseases.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
In the context of the Indian economy, the 'Demographic Dividend' refers to:
A. Economic growth potential from a large working-age population
B. Increase in the proportion of dependent population
C. Decline in the total population
D. Increase in the old-age population only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Demographic dividend arises when a large share of the population is of working age, providing an opportunity for higher economic growth if this workforce is productively employed.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on ice cream is:
A. 5%
B. 12%
C. 28%
D. 18%

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Ice cream attracts 18% GST.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The Multidimensional Poverty Index used by NITI Aayog includes which dimensions?
A. Income and wealth
B. Employment and wages
C. Health, education and standard of living
D. Agriculture and industry

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The MPI has three dimensions: health, education and standard of living.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1