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Under the Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections, consider the following:

For every incremental connection, CGD entities receive an additional allocation of 200 SCM of APM gas.
The scheme is designed to reduce the infrastructure payback period from 10 years to approximately 3 years.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only
B
2 Only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. The substitution of costlier LNG with cheaper APM gas provides the commercial incentive for faster rollouts.

Consider the following statements regarding the National SARAS Mela 2026 and rural livelihood initiatives:

For the first time outside the Delhi-NCR region, the National SARAS Mela 2026 was organized at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
The event aligns with the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) vision to create 6 crore 'Lakhpati Didis' by 2029.
Rural women entrepreneurs are provided direct digital market access through the eSARAS platform.

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

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: Organized by the Ministry of Rural Development in partnership with the Andhra Pradesh government, the National SARAS Mela 2026 was hosted in Vijayawada—marking the first time the national mela was held outside Delhi-NCR.
Statement 2 is correct: The initiative aligns directly with DAY-NRLM to empower rural women self-help groups and achieve the target of creating 6 crore 'Lakhpati Didis' by 2029.
Statement 3 is correct: The ecosystem utilizes the SARAS Aajeevika Gallery and eSARAS digital platform to provide rural artisans direct consumer access across India.

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which of the following statements is/are correct?

The scheme was launched in 2020 with a total financial outlay of ₹20,050 crore for sustainable fisheries development.
Under the Blue Economy objectives, the scheme promotes cooperative-led seaweed farming through multidimensional capacity building.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: The scheme completed six years in September 2026, having been launched in 2020 with the specified ₹20,050 crore outlay.
Statement 2 is correct: The source mentions a capacity-building conclave specifically aimed at promoting cooperative-led seaweed farming as a component of the Blue Economy and sustainable coastal livelihoods.

With reference to public administration and social welfare campaigns in Nagaland, consider the following statements:

During the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah (2026) under the theme 'Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari', Mokokchung district led the state in total activities executed.
The Nagaland Cabinet Sub-Committee recommended the termination of appointments made in direct violation of the 2020 COVID-19 fresh appointment ban.
Discussions were initiated between the Nagaland State Government, the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR), and Oxford University for the repatriation of 39 ancestral human remains.

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

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: Nagaland organized 25,440 activities during the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah (2026) themed 'Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari'. Mokokchung district led with 3,076 activities, followed by Mon with 2,609.
Statement 2 is correct: The Nagaland Cabinet Sub-Committee headed by Dy CM Y. Patton scrutinized irregular appointments, recommending termination in 15 cases—including 22 under review for breaching the 2020 COVID-19 austerity ban on fresh recruitment.
Statement 3 is correct: The Nagaland Government and the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) held consultations to facilitate the dignified repatriation of 39 Naga ancestral human remains housed at the University of Oxford, UK.

Consider the following statements regarding the 8th anniversary of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY):

The scheme provides an annual health cover of ₹5 lakh per family to over 60 crore beneficiaries.
In a recent expansion, the benefit has been extended to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, irrespective of their socio-economic status.
The coverage now includes approximately 37 lakh families of ASHAs and Anganwadi workers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 only
B
1 and 2 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2, and 3

Explanation

On its 8th anniversary (launched Sept 2018), PM-JAY has transitioned from a targeted poverty-alleviation scheme to a broader health assurance framework. The inclusion of ASHAs, Anganwadi workers, and all senior citizens 70+ represents a horizontal expansion aimed at "universal health coverage." Note that the 60 crore figure represents the beneficiary base, while more than 48.5 crore cards have been issued.

With reference to the 'CM Youth Conclave-2026', consider the following statements:

The conclave was organized by the Higher Education Department of Madhya Pradesh at the Lal Parade Ground in Bhopal.
The event featured dedicated showcases on emerging technologies including AI, robotics, drones, semiconductors, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are both correct: The CM Youth Conclave-2026 was hosted on October 6, 2026, by MP's Higher Education Department at Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal. It brought together over 17 government departments, startups, and universities, featuring 80+ stalls centered around emerging fields like AI, robotics, drones, semiconductors, green energy, and EVs.

Consider the strategic impact of the new Rs. 25,000 EPFO wage ceiling as approved by the Union Cabinet:

It captures the Rs. 15,000–25,000 wage band, bringing an additional 51 lakh employees under statutory social security.
It advances the "Viksit Bharat 2047" vision by ensuring formal employment is accompanied by portable and assured social security.
The estimated expenditure for this measure over five years is approximately Rs. 56,696 crore.

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

Explanation

All statements are correct. The move synthesizes the goal of employment formalization (Statement 1) with long-term economic stability. By committing an estimated Rs. 56,696 crore over five years (Statement 3), the government is institutionalizing the principle that social protection must advance alongside economic growth. This ensures that a larger segment of the workforce has "portable and assured" social security—a key driver for a resilient and future-ready workforce under the "Viksit Bharat" vision (Statement 2).

Regarding the status of City Gas Distribution (CGD) in India as of August 2026:

The PNGRB has authorized entities in 309 Geographical Areas (GAs).
The country reached a milestone of 1.74 crore domestic PNG connections.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only
B
2 Only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. The GA coverage now spans the entire mainland.

Key Benefits of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for Households:

Safety: Low-pressure supply; gas disperses quickly if leaked.
Convenience: No booking or storage; 24/7 availability.
Cost: Metered billing; generally lower cost than LPG per unit of energy.
Environment: Cleaner burning with lower carbon emissions and pollutants.
Supply Security: Continuous pipeline supply, avoiding logistics of physical delivery.

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