Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan

1. What does PMGDISHA stand for?
a. Prime Minister’s Green Digital Scheme
b. Pradhan Mantri Gram Digital Saksharta Abhiyan
c. Prime Minister’s Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan
d. Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Sadbhavana Abhiyan

Answer: c. Prime Minister’s Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan

2. When was PMGDISHA launched?
a. 2014
b. 2016
c. 2017
d. 2018

Answer: b. 2016

3. What is the primary goal of PMGDISHA?
a. Promoting agricultural practices
b. Enhancing rural healthcare
c. Making rural households digitally literate
d. Providing financial assistance to farmers

Answer: c. Making rural households digitally literate

4. Who is eligible to enroll in PMGDISHA?
a. Only students
b. Only urban residents
c. Only government employees
d. Rural adults above 14 years of age

Answer: d. Rural adults above 14 years of age

5. Which of the following is NOT a component of digital literacy under PMGDISHA?
a. Operating a computer or digital device
b. Accessing information through the internet
c. Writing code for software development
d. Sending and receiving emails

Answer: c. Writing code for software development

6. How long is the PMGDISHA training duration?
a. 10 hours
b. 20 hours
c. 30 hours
d. 40 hours

Answer: c. 30 hours

7. What is the financial incentive provided to the PMGDISHA training centers for each candidate trained successfully?
a. Rs. 500
b. Rs. 750
c. Rs. 1000
d. Rs. 1500

Answer: c. Rs. 1000

8. Which government department is responsible for implementing PMGDISHA?
a. Ministry of Education
b. Ministry of Rural Development
c. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
d. Ministry of Finance

Answer: b. Ministry of Rural Development

9. Which of the following is a valid PMGDISHA certification agency?
a. Microsoft
b. Adobe
c. Common Service Centres (CSC)
d. Intel

Answer: c. Common Service Centres (CSC)

10. How can individuals register for PMGDISHA?
a. Through online portals only
b. Only through government offices
c. Both online and through authorized PMGDISHA centers
d. Registration is not required

Answer: c. Both online and through authorized PMGDISHA centers

11. Which of the following technologies is NOT covered under PMGDISHA training?
a. Basic computer operations
b. Internet usage
c. Mobile app development
d. Email communication

Answer: c. Mobile app development

12. What is the main focus of PMGDISHA in terms of digital literacy?
a. Advanced programming skills
b. Basic digital skills for daily life
c. Hardware repair and maintenance
d. Cybersecurity techniques

Answer: b. Basic digital skills for daily life

13. Who provides the training content for PMGDISHA?
a. Private training institutions
b. International organizations
c. National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT)
d. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Answer: c. National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT)

14. What is the role of Common Service Centres (CSC) in PMGDISHA?
a. They conduct examinations for certification.
b. They provide financial incentives to candidates.
c. They act as certification agencies.
d. They serve as training centers and facilitate the registration process.

Answer: d. They serve as training centers and facilitate the registration process.

15. What is the validity period of the PMGDISHA certification?
a. 1 year
b. 2 years
c. 3 years
d. 5 years

Answer: c. 3 years

16. Which of the following is a key objective of PMGDISHA in the context of rural development?
a. Promoting traditional farming practices
b. Reducing unemployment in urban areas
c. Empowering rural communities through digital literacy
d. Enhancing transportation infrastructure

Answer: c. Empowering rural communities through digital literacy

17. What is the approximate number of hours per day for PMGDISHA training sessions?
a. 1-2 hours
b. 3-4 hours
c. 5-6 hours
d. 7-8 hours

Answer: a. 1-2 hours

18. In addition to basic digital literacy, PMGDISHA also emphasizes:
a. Environmental conservation
b. Financial literacy
c. Physical fitness
d. Cultural heritage

Answer: b. Financial literacy

19. What is the age limit for individuals eligible for PMGDISHA training?
a. 12 years and above
b. 14 years and above
c. 16 years and above
d. 18 years and above

Answer: b. 14 years and above

20. Which sector is expected to benefit the most from PMGDISHA in terms of skill development?
a. Agriculture
b. Information Technology
c. Healthcare
d. Manufacturing

Answer: a. Agriculture

21. Which government agency oversees the implementation of PMGDISHA at the national level?
a. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
b. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
c. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
d. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Answer: b. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

22. What is the preferred language for PMGDISHA training content?
a. Hindi
b. English
c. Regional languages
d. Multilingual content

Answer: c. Regional languages

23. Apart from training in digital literacy, what other support does PMGDISHA provide to candidates?
a. Employment opportunities
b. Financial assistance for higher education
c. Soft skills training
d. Free computer hardware

Answer: c. Soft skills training

24. What is the primary mode of examination for PMGDISHA certification?
a. Online examination
b. Written examination
c. Practical demonstration
d. Oral interview

Answer: a. Online examination

25. What is the role of Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in PMGDISHA?
a. They provide financial aid to candidates.
b. They conduct examinations and issue certificates.
c. They organize awareness campaigns in urban areas.
d. They establish Wi-Fi networks in villages.

Answer: b. They conduct examinations and issue certificates.

26. Which of the following is a key challenge in the successful implementation of PMGDISHA in remote areas?
a. Lack of interest among rural residents
b. Limited availability of electricity
c. High cost of digital devices
d. Adequate infrastructure and connectivity issues

Answer: d. Adequate infrastructure and connectivity issues

27. What role can local Panchayati Raj Institutions play in promoting PMGDISHA?
a. Funding the entire program
b. Identifying eligible candidates
c. Providing training content
d. Conducting examinations

Answer: b. Identifying eligible candidates

28. What is the vision of PMGDISHA in terms of the number of digitally literate individuals?
a. 50 million
b. 75 million
c. 100 million
d. 150 million

Answer: c. 100 million

29. How does PMGDISHA contribute to financial inclusion in rural areas?
a. Providing direct cash transfers to participants
b. Enabling digital payments and banking services awareness
c. Offering microfinance loans to participants
d. Distributing free smartphones to participants

Answer: b. Enabling digital payments and banking services awareness