Here are some multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) scheme along with their answers, suitable for PSC, UPSC, Railway, SSC exams, and similar competitive exams
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana Scheme: MCQ Q&A Guide for Exam Preparation
1. When was the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) launched?
a. 2014
b. 2015
c. 2016
d. 2017
Answer: d. 2017
2. What is the objective of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana?
a. Providing free healthcare to pregnant women
b. Reducing infant mortality rates
c. Providing financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women
d. Promoting family planning measures
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Answer: c. Providing financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women
3. Under PMMVY, what is the cash incentive provided to eligible pregnant women for the first living child?
a. Rs. 3,500
b. Rs. 5,000
c. Rs. 6,000
d. Rs. 7,000
Answer: c. Rs. 6,000
4. What is the conditional cash transfer scheme under PMMVY designed to address?
a. Child nutrition
b. Maternal healthcare
c. Family planning
d. Education for pregnant women
Answer: b. Maternal healthcare
5. What is the timeframe for receiving benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana?
a. Throughout pregnancy and up to 6 months after childbirth
b. Throughout pregnancy and up to 9 months after childbirth
c. Throughout pregnancy and up to 12 months after childbirth
d. Throughout pregnancy and up to 18 months after childbirth
Answer: a. Throughout pregnancy and up to 6 months after childbirth
6. What is the key condition for availing benefits under PMMVY for the first child?
a. Only applicable to urban pregnant women
b. Only applicable to rural pregnant women
c. Only applicable to government employees
d. The first living child of the family
Answer: d. The first living child of the family
7. What is the objective of providing cash incentives to pregnant and lactating women under PMMVY?
a. Encouraging family planning
b. Promoting the adoption of modern contraception methods
c. Ensuring proper nutrition and healthcare during pregnancy and lactation
d. Providing financial support for child education
Answer: c. Ensuring proper nutrition and healthcare during pregnancy and lactation
8. How is the cash incentive provided under PMMVY disbursed to eligible beneficiaries?
a. Direct cash transfer to the bank account of the beneficiary
b. In-kind benefits such as food and clothing
c. Through vouchers for healthcare services
d. Only as a one-time lump sum payment
Answer: a. Direct cash transfer to the bank account of the beneficiary
9. What is the minimum age for a woman to be eligible for benefits under PMMVY for her first child?
a. 16 years
b. 18 years
c. 21 years
d. 25 years
Answer: b. 18 years
10. In addition to the cash incentive, what other support does PMMVY provide to pregnant women?
a. Free maternity health check-ups
b. Vocational training programs
c. Subsidized child care services
d. Educational scholarships for children
Answer: a. Free maternity health check-ups
11. How many installments are provided for the cash incentive under PMMVY for the first living child?
a. One
b. Two
c. Three
d. Four
Answer: b. Two
12. Under PMMVY, what is the condition for availing benefits for the second living child?
a. Only applicable to government employees
b. The first child should be a girl
c. The first living child should be at least 2 years old
d. The cash incentive is not provided for the second child
Answer: d. The cash incentive is not provided for the second child
13. What is the aim of the conditional cash transfer under PMMVY for the second living child?
a. Encouraging family planning
b. Promoting the adoption of modern contraception methods
c. Ensuring proper nutrition and healthcare during pregnancy and lactation
d. Reducing the gender gap in educational attainment
Answer: a. Encouraging family planning
14. Under PMMVY, what is the cash incentive amount provided to eligible beneficiaries for the second living child?
a. Rs. 3,500
b. Rs. 5,000
c. Rs. 6,000
d. Rs. 7,000
Answer: c. Rs. 6,000
15. What is the role of the Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) in the implementation of PMMVY?
a. Identifying eligible beneficiaries and facilitating enrollment
b. Providing direct healthcare services during childbirth
c. Conducting health awareness campaigns in urban areas
d. Administering vaccinations to pregnant women
Answer: a. Identifying eligible beneficiaries and facilitating enrollment
16. How many antenatal care check-ups are recommended under PMMVY for availing benefits?
a. At least two check-ups
b. At least three check-ups
c. At least four check-ups
d. At least five check-ups
Answer: b. At least three check-ups
17. What is the objective of the conditional cash transfer for breastfeeding and immunization under PMMVY?
a. Promoting exclusive breastfeeding and timely immunization
b. Providing financial support for child education
c. Encouraging early weaning practices
d. Supporting nutritional supplements for lactating mothers
Answer: a. Promoting exclusive breastfeeding and timely immunization
18. What is the gestation period during which the cash incentive under PMMVY is provided for the first living child?
a. First trimester
b. Second trimester
c. Third trimester
d. Up to six months after childbirth
Answer: d. Up to six months after childbirth
19. What is the role of the Common Application Software (CAS) in the implementation of PMMVY?
a. Providing direct healthcare services during childbirth
b. Facilitating the online application and tracking of benefits
c. Administering vaccinations to pregnant women
d. Conducting health awareness campaigns in rural areas
Answer: b. Facilitating the online application and tracking of benefits
20. Which of the following documents is required for the enrollment of beneficiaries under PMMVY?
a. Aadhaar card
b. PAN card
c. Voter ID
d. Driving license
Answer: a. Aadhaar card