LIVE PRACTICE SESSION

UNION BUDGET 2023-24

Q1. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, the Government of India
is implementing the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) from
______, to supply free food grain to all Antyodaya and priority
households for the next one year.
A. 1st January 2023
B. 1st December 2022
C. 1st November 2022
D. 1st October 2022
E. 1st September 2022

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, the Government of India is
implementing the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) from 1st
January 2023, to supply free food grain to all Antyodaya and priority
households for the next one year.
Q2. For the implementation of the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
(PMGKAY), what is the total expenditure which will be borne by the
Central Government?
A. Rs 0.5 lakh crore
B. Rs 1 lakh crore
C. Rs 1.5 lakh crore
D. Rs 2 lakh crore
E. Rs 2.5 lakh crore

Answer: Option D
• PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY):
o Aim: To ensure food and nutritional security, Government is
implementing the scheme from 1st January 2023, a scheme to supply
free food grain to all Antyodaya and priority households for the next
one year.
o The entire expenditure of about Rs 2 lakh crore will be borne by the
Central Government.
Q3. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, since 2014, India’s per
capita income has more than doubled to?
A. Rs 1.27 lakh
B. Rs 1.57 lakh
C. Rs 1.97 lakh
D. Rs 2.57 lakh
E. Rs 3.07 lakh

Answer: Option C
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, government’s efforts since 2014
have ensured for all citizens a better quality of living and a life of dignity
and the per capita income has more than doubled to Rs 1.97 lakh.
Q4. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, the Indian Economy has
become _____ largest economy (in terms of size) in the world.
A. 5th
B. 4th
C. 3rd
D. 2nd
E. 9th

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Indian economy has increased in
size from being 10th to 5th largest in the world.
Q5. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, there were __________
digital payments of value of Rs 126 lakh crore through UPI in 2022.
A. 2,400 crore
B. 3,400 crore
C. 4,400 crore
D. 7,400 crore
E. 9,400 crore

Answer: Option D
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, 7,400 crore digital payments of
₹126 lakh crore has taken place through UPI in 2022.
Q6. How many LPG connections have been provided under the
Ujjawala yojana as per the Union Budget 2023-24?
A. 9.6 Crore
B. 11.7 Crore
C. 10.5 crore
D. 12.9 Crore
E. 8.8 Crore

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, 9.6 crore LPG connections
provided under Ujjwala yojana.
Q7. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, how many people have
been provided insurance cover under PM Suraksha Bima and PM
Jeevan Jyoti Yojana?
A. 10.6 crore
B. 14.6 crore
C. 24.6 crore
D. 30.6 crore
E. 44.6 crore

Answer: Option E
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Insurance cover for 44.6 crore
persons under PM Suraksha Bima and PM Jeevan Jyoti Yojana.
• Cash transfer of ₹2.2 lakh crore to over 11.4 crore farmers under PM
Kisan Samman Nidhi.
• EPFO membership has more than doubled to 27 crore.
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Q8. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, which one of the
following are the focus areas through which the Vision of Amrit Kaal will
be achieved?
A. Opportunities for citizens, especially the youth
B. Strong impetus to growth and job creation
C. Strengthen macro-economic stability
D. All of the above
E. None of the above

Answer: Option D
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, the economic agenda for
achieving the vision of Amrit kaal focuses on three things-
o Opportunities for citizens, especially the youth
o Strong impetus to growth and job creation
o Strengthen macro-economic stability.
Q9. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, which one of the following
is/are not one of the 4-opportunities that can be transformative during
Amrit Kaal?
A. Economic Empowerment of Women
B. PM VIshwakarma KAushal Samman
C. Tourism
D. Green Energy
E. All of the above

Answer: Option D
Q10. For centuries, traditional artisans and craftspeople, who work
with their hands using tools, have brought renown for India and they
are generally referred to as “X”. According to the Union Budget 2023-
24, new scheme “PM …. (X)….. KAushal Samman” will enable “X” to
improve the quality, scale and reach of their products, integrating them
with the MSME value chain. Here “X” refers to?
A. VIshwakarma
B. VIksit
C. VIkas
D. VIrasat
E. None of the above

Answer: Option A
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Q11. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, 7-priorities of the Union
Budget which complement each other and act as the ‘Saptarishi’ will
guide through the Amrit Kaal. Which of the following belongs to the
group of Saptarishi priorities?
A. Inclusive Development
B. Reaching the Last Mile
C. Financial Sector
D. Green Growth
E. All of the above

Answer: Option E
Q12. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, which one of the
following fund will be set-up to encourage agri-startups by young
entrepreneurs in rural areas that will bring innovative and affordable
solutions for challenges faced by farmers?
A. Agriculture Accelerator Fund
B. Agriculture Infrastructure Fund
C. Farmers Accelerator Fund
D. Farmers Aggregator Fund
E. Agriculture Aggregator Fund

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Agriculture Accelerator Fund will be set-
up to encourage agri-startups by young entrepreneurs in rural areas, which will
aim at bringing innovative and affordable solutions for challenges faced by
farmers. It will also bring in modern technologies to transform agricultural
practices, increase productivity and profitability.
• Government will also built “Digital Public infrastructure” for agriculture as an
open source, open standard and inter operable public good. This will enable
inclusive, farmer-centric solutions through relevant information services for crop
planning and health, improved access to farm inputs, credit, and insurance, help
for crop estimation, market intelligence, and support for growth of agri-tech
industry and start-ups.
Q13. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Government will launch
an Atmanirbhar Clean Plant Programme to boost availability of disease-
free, quality planting material for high value horticultural crops at an
outlay of _________.
A. Rs 1,200 crore
B. Rs 1,400 crore
C. Rs 1,600 crore
D. Rs 2,000 crore
E. Rs 2,200 crore

Answer: Option E
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Government will launch an Atmanirbhar
Clean Plant Programme to boost availability of disease-free, quality planting
material for high value horticultural crops at an outlay of Rs 2,200 crore.
Q14. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, India is the largest
producer and ________ largest exporter of ‘Shree Anna’ in the world as it
grows several types of 'Shree Anna' such as jowar, ragi, bajra, kuttu,
ramdana, kangni, kutki, kodo, cheena, and sama.
A. 2nd
B. 3rd
C. 4th
D. 5th
E. 6th

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, India is the largest producer
and second largest exporter of ‘Shree Anna’ in the world as it grows
several types of 'Shree Anna' such as jowar, ragi, bajra, kuttu, ramdana,
kangni, kutki, kodo, cheena, and sama.
Q15. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, which one of the
following will be supported as the Centre of Excellence for sharing best
practices, research and technologies at the international level to make
India a global hub for 'Shree Anna'?
A. ICAR
B. IIT Delhi
C. IISc Bengaluru
D. IIMR Hyderabad
E. None of the above

Answer: Option D
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, to make India a global hub for
'Shree Anna', the Indian Institute of Millet Research, Hyderabad will be
supported as the Centre of Excellence for sharing best practices,
research and technologies at the international level.
Q16. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, dwelling on welfare
measures for farmers, the agriculture credit target will be increased to
_______ with focus on animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries.
A. Rs 20 lakh crore
B. Rs 25 lakh crore
C. Rs 30 lakh crore
D. Rs 35 lakh crore
E. Rs 50 lakh crore

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, dwelling on welfare measures
for farmers, the agriculture credit target will be increased to Rs 20
lakh crore with focus on animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries.
Q17. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, the Government of India
will launch a new sub-scheme of PM Matsya Sampada Yojana. What
will be the targeted investment of the scheme to further enable
activities of fishermen, fish vendors, and micro & small enterprises,
improve value chain efficiencies, and expand the market?
A. Rs 6,000 crore
B. Rs 5,000 crore
C. Rs 4,000 crore
D. Rs 2,000 crore
E. Rs 1,000 crore

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Government will launch a new
sub-scheme of PM Matsya Sampada Yojana with targeted investment of
Rs 6,000 crore to further enable activities of fishermen, fish vendors, and
micro & small enterprises, improve value chain efficiencies, and expand
the market.
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Q18. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Mission to eliminate Sickle Cell
Anaemia will be launched, for awareness creation, universal screening of 7
crore people in the age group of 0-40 years. The mission aims to eliminate
Sickle Cell Anaemia by which year?
A. 2050
B. 2043
C. 2030
D. 2047
E. 2025

Answer: Option D
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Mission to eliminate Sickle
Cell Anaemia by 2047 will be launched, which will entail awareness
creation, universal screening of 7 crore people in the age group of 0-
40 years in affected tribal areas, and counseling through collaborative
efforts of central ministries and state governments.
• 157 new nursing colleges will be established in co-location with the
existing 157 medical colleges established since 2014.
• Health expenditure enhanced to 2.1% of the GDP for FY 2023.
Q19. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, _______ will be developed as
vibrant institutes of excellence for the purpose of Teachers’ training that will be
re-envisioned through innovative pedagogy, curriculum transaction, continuous
professional development, dipstick surveys, and ICT implementation.
A. EMRS
B. District Institutes of Education and Training
C. IITs
D. IIMs
E. AIIMs

Answer: Option B
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Q20. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, on the success of the
Aspirational Districts Programme, the Government has recently
launched the Aspirational Blocks Programme covering ______ for
saturation of essential government services across multiple domains.
A. 500 blocks
B. 250 blocks
C. 700 blocks
D. 1000 blocks
E. 1500 blocks

Answer: Option A
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, on the success of the
Aspirational Districts Programme, the Government has recently
launched the Aspirational Blocks Programme covering 500 blocks for
saturation of essential government services across multiple domains
such as health, nutrition, education, agriculture, water resources,
financial inclusion, skill development, and basic infrastructure.
Q21. According to the Union Budget 2023-24, Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission
will be launched. Which one of the following statements are correct about the mission?
1. It aims to improve socio-economic conditions of the particularly vulnerable tribal groups
(PVTGs)
2. An amount of Rs 15,000 crore will be made available to implement the Mission.
3. The mission will be implemented in the next three years under the Development Action Plan
for the Scheduled Tribes.
A. Only 1
B. Both 1 & 2
C. Only 3
D. 1, 2 and 3
E. None of the above

Answer: Option D
• According to the Union Budget 2023-24, to improve socio-economic conditions
of the particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs), Pradhan Mantri PVTG
Development Mission will be launched.
• This will saturate PVTG families and habitations with basic facilities such as safe
housing, clean drinking water and sanitation, improved access to education,
health and nutrition, road and telecom connectivity, and sustainable livelihood
opportunities.
• An amount of Rs 15,000 crore will be made available to implement the Mission
in the next three years under the Development Action Plan for the Scheduled
Tribes.
Q22. Which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect with
respect to Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) ?
1. UIDF will be established through priority sector lending shortfall
2. UIDF will be managed by the National Housing Bank.
3. The Government will make available Rs. 1000 crore per annum
towards the fund
A. 1 and 2
B. 1 and 3
C. 2 and 3
D. Only 2
E. Only 3 Answer: Option E
• Announced in Union Budget 2023-24

• To be operationalized along the lines of

Rural Infrastructure Development Fund
(RIDF)
Q23. As per Union Budget 2023-24, how much amount will be taken
up from private sources for one hundred critical transport infrastructure
projects, for last and first mile connectivity for ports, coal, steel,
fertilizer, and food grains sectors.
A. Rs. 75,000 crore
B. Rs. 60,000 crore
C. Rs. 30,000 crore
D. Rs. 25,000 crore
E. Rs. 15,000 crore

Answer: Option E
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, Phase-3 of the E-Courts project to be
launched with an outlay of Rs. 7,000 crore for efficient administration of
justice.
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Q24. As per Union Budget 2023-24, Phase-3 of the E-Courts project
to be launched with an outlay of ________ for efficient administration of
justice.
A. Rs. 4,000 crore
B. Rs. 9,000 crore
C. Rs. 2,000 crore
D. Rs. 7,000 crore
E. Rs. 5,000 crore

Answer: Option D
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, Phase-3 of the E-Courts project to be
launched with an outlay of Rs. 7,000 crore for efficient administration of
justice.
Q25. As per Union Budget 2023-24, how many labs will be set up for
developing application using 5G services will be set up in engineering
institutes.
A. 200
B. 125
C. 150
D. 100
E. 300

Answer: Option D
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, 100 labs will be set up for developing
application using 5G services will be set up in engineering institutes.
Q26. As mentioned in the Union Budget 2023-24, which of the
following programmes/schemes is/are incorrectly matched with their
objectives?
A. Green Credit Programme - to incentivize sustainable actions.
B. PM PRANAM - to incentivize states/UTs to promote alternative
pesticides.
C. MISHTI - for wetland expansion along coastline.
A. Both A & B
B. Both B & C
C. Only B
D. Only C

Answer: Option B
• Green Credit Programme - to be launched to incentivize sustainable
actions.
• PM PRANAM (PM Program for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment
and Amelioration of Mother Earth) - to be launched to incentivize
states/UTs to promote alternative fertilizers.
• MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible
Incomes) - to be taken up for Mangrove plantation along coastline.
Q27. As per Union Budget 2023-24, 500 new ‘waste to wealth’ plants
under GOBARdhan scheme will be established for promoting circular
economy. Additionally, ________ CBG mandate will be introduced for all
organizations marketing natural and bio gas and for collection of bio-
mass and distribution of bio-manure.
A. 10%
B. 7.5%
C. 15%
*D. 5%
E. 12.5%

Answer: Option D
• 500 new ‘waste to wealth’ plants under GOBARdhan (Galvanizing
Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) scheme will be established for
promoting circular economy.
• 5 per cent CBG mandate will be introduced for all organizations
marketing natural and bio gas and for collection of bio-mass and
distribution of bio-manure
Q28. As per Union Budget 2023-24, over the next 3 years, the Centre
will facilitate one crore farmers to adopt natural farming. For this,
________ Bhartiya Prakritik Kheti Bio-Input Resource Centres will be set-
up, creating a national-level distributed micro-fertilizer and pesticide
manufacturing network.
A. 1,000
B. 5,000
C. 6,000
D. 8,000
*E. None of the above

Answer: Option E
• The Finance Minister announced that over the next 3 years, the Centre
will facilitate one crore farmers to adopt natural farming. For this,
10,000 Bhartiya Prakritik Kheti Bio-Input Resource Centres will be set-
up, creating a national-level distributed micro-fertilizer and pesticide
manufacturing network.
Q29. Which of the following initiatives/steps is/are incorrectly mentioned as
per the Union Budget 2023-24 to empower the youth?
A. PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 will be launched to skill lakhs of youth within
the next three years
B. 75 Skill India International Centres will be set up across different States
C. To provide stipend support to 47 lakh youth in three years, Direct Benefit
Transfer under a pan-India National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme will be
rolled out
D. States will be encouraged to set up a Unity Mall in their state capitals
E. None of the above

Answer: Option B
• PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 will be launched to skill lakhs of youth within the
next three years.
• 30 Skill India International Centres will be set up across different States.
• To provide stipend support to 47 lakh youth in three years, Direct Benefit
Transfer under a pan-India National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme will be
rolled out.
• States will be encouraged to set up a Unity Mall in their state capitals.
Q30. As per Union Budget 2023-24, maximum deposit limit for
Monthly Income Account Scheme will be enhanced from _______ to
______ for single account.
A. Rs 4.5 lakh; Rs 9 lakh
B. Rs 5 lakh; Rs 10 lakh
C. Rs 2.5 lakh; Rs 5 lakh
D. Rs 4 lakh; Rs 8 lakh
E. None of the above

Answer: Option A
• Maximum deposit limit for Monthly Income Account Scheme will
be enhanced from Rs 4.5 lakh to Rs 9 lakh for single account and
from Rs 9 lakh to Rs 15 lakh for joint account.
Q31. As per Union Budget 2023-24, a new small savings scheme, Mahila
Samman Savings Certificate, will be made available. Which of the following
statements is/are incorrect with regards to Mahila Samman Savings Certificate
scheme?
A. It is a one-time new small savings scheme.
B. It is available for a three-year period up to March 2026.
C. It will offer deposit facility upto Rs 2 lakh in the name of women or girls.
D. The tenor of the deposit will be 2 years.
E. It will offer fixed interest rate of 7.5 per cent with partial withdrawal option.

Answer: Option B
• Mahila Samman Savings Certificate:
o For commemorating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, a one-time new

small savings scheme, Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, will be

made available for a two-year period up to March 2025.
o This will offer deposit facility upto Rs 2 lakh in the name of women

or girls for a tenor of 2 years at fixed interest rate of 7.5 per cent
with partial withdrawal option.
Q32. As per Union Budget 2023-24, the maximum deposit limit for
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme to be enhanced from ________ to Rs 30
lakh.
A. Rs 5 lakh
B. Rs 10 lakh
C. Rs 25 lakh
D. Rs 20 lakh
E. Rs 15 lakh

Answer: Option E
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, the maximum deposit limit for Senior
Citizen Savings Scheme to be enhanced from Rs 15 lakh to Rs 30 lakh.
Q33. As per Union Budget 2023-24, what is the budget estimate (BE)
of fiscal deficit for Central Government for 2023-24?
A. 6.4%
B. 6.0%
C. 4.5%
D. 5.9%
E. 5.5%

Answer: Option D
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, 5.9% is the budget estimate (BE) of
fiscal deficit for Central Government for 2023-24.
Q34. As per Budget Estimates (BE) 2023-24, the net tax receipts are
estimated at ________ .
A. Rs 20.9 lakh crore
B. Rs 27.2 lakh crore
C. Rs 24.3 lakh crore
D. Rs 15.4 lakh crore
E. Rs 23.3 lakh crore

Answer: Option E
• As per Budget Estimates (BE) 2023-24, the net tax receipts are estimated at Rs
23.3 lakh crore.
Q35. As per Union Budget 2023-24, the tax structure in the new
personal tax regime has been changed by reducing number of slabs to
_____ and increasing the tax exemption limit to ₹ 3 lakh.
A. five
B. six
C. four
D. three
E. None of the above

Answer: Option A
Q36. As per Union Budget 2023-24, rebate limit of Personal Income
Tax increased to _______ from _________ in new tax regime.
A. Rs 5 lakhs; Rs 3 lakhs
B. Rs 7 lakhs; Rs 5 lakhs
C. Rs 6 lakhs; Rs 5 lakhs
D. Rs 3 lakhs; Rs 1.5 lakhs
E. Rs 6 lakhs; Rs 3 lakhs

Answer: Option B
Q37. As per Union Budget 2023-24, Highest surcharge rate to reduce
from 37 per cent to 25 per cent in the new tax regime. This will result in
reduction of the maximum personal income tax rate to what
percentage?
A. 39%
B. 42%
C. 40%
D. 37%
E. 38%

Answer: Option A
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, highest surcharge rate to reduce from 37
per cent to 25 per cent in the new tax regime. This will result in
reduction of the maximum personal income tax rate to 39%.
Q38. As per Union Budget 2023-24, new co-operatives that
commence manufacturing activities till 31st March 2024 to get the
benefit of a lower tax rate of _______ per cent.
A. 10
B. 25
C. 15
D. 22
E. 18

Answer: Option C
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, new co-operatives that commence
manufacturing activities till 31st March 2024 to get the benefit of a
lower tax rate of 15 per cent.
Q39. Announcing (Union Budget 2023-24) the changes in the direct
and indirect taxes, the Finance Minister said that revenue of about
________ will be foregone as a result of these proposals.
A. Rs. 45,000 crore
B. Rs. 30,000 crore
C. Rs. 46,000 crore
D. Rs. 38,000 crore
E. Rs. 42,000 crore

Answer: Option D
• Announcing (Union Budget 2023-24) the changes in the direct and
indirect taxes, the Finance Minister said that revenue of about Rs.
38,000 crore will be foregone as a result of these proposals.
Q40. As per Union Budget 2023-24, EPFO membership has more than
doubled to_________ .
A. 27 crore
B. 24 crore
C. 15 crore
D. 22 crore
E. 18 crore

Answer: Option A
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, EPFO membership has more than
doubled to 27 crore.
Q41. Which of the following statements is/are correct with regards to PM
Kisan Samman Nidhi?
A. As per Union Budget 2023-24, Cash transfer of ₹2.8 lakh crore to over 11.4
crore farmers has been made under the scheme.
B. Institutional land holders are not eligible under this scheme
C. Only Small & Marginal Farmers’ families, with combined landholding up to 2
hectares are eligible
A. Only A
B. Both A & B
C. Only B
D. Both B & C
E. All A, B & C

Answer: Option C
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, Cash transfer of ₹2.2 lakh crore to over 11.4 crore farmers has been
made under the scheme.

• Eligibility criterion under PM KISAN Scheme –

o When the scheme was launched, only small and marginal farmers’ families with combined
landholding up to 2 hectares were eligible. However, this scheme was extended to all farmer
families irrespective of the size of their landholdings, w.e.f. 1 June 2019

• Following category of farmers are not eligible under this scheme –

o Institutional landholders

o Present or retired officers and employees of state/central government as well as PSUs and
government autonomous bodies

o Beneficiaries with higher economic status

o Income tax payee

o Farmer families holding constitutional posts

o Professionals like doctors, engineers and lawyers

o Retired pensioners with a monthly pension of over Rs 10,000

Q42. Union Budget 2023-24 has also provided ___________ for priority
capital investments towards energy transition and net zero objectives,
and energy security by Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.
A. Rs 20,000 crore
B. Rs 40,000 crore
C. Rs 16,000 crore
D. Rs 35,000 crore
E. Rs 24,000 crore

Answer: Option D
• Union Budget 2023-24 has also provided Rs 35,000 crore for priority
capital investments towards energy transition and net zero objectives,
and energy security by Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.
Q43. Which of the following contributes the maximum to the
expenditure of the Central Government from the revenue of the Union
Budget 2023-24?
A. Defence
B. Subsidies
C. Centrally Sponsored Scheme
D. Central Sector Scheme
E. Interest Payments

Answer: Option E
Q44. Which of the following ministries has got the highest allocation in
the Union Budget 2023-24?
A. Ministry of Home Affairs
B. Ministry of Rural Development
C. Ministry of Defence
D. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
E. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Answer: Option C
• Ministry of Defence has got the highest allocation in the Union Budget 2023-24.
Q45. How much amount has been allocated to Jal Jeevan Mission in
the Union Budget 2023-24?
A. Rs. 79,590 crore
B. Rs. 70,000 crore
C. Rs. 60,000 crore
D. Rs. 44,000 crore
E. None of the above

Answer: Option B
• Rs. 70,000 crore has been allocated to Jal Jeevan
Mission in the Union Budget 2023-24.
• Other important allocations-
o Rs. 79,590 crore - PM Awas Yojana

o Rs. 60,000 crore - MGNREGA

o Rs. 44,000 crore - Nutrient Based Subsidy

o Rs. 60,000 crore - PM KISAN

Q46. Which of the following component has been incorrectly
mentioned under the Jal Jeevan Mission?
A. Retrofitting of completed and ongoing schemes to provide FHTCs at
minimum service level of 45 lpcd.
B. Greywater management
C. Technological interventions for removal of contaminants where
water quality is an issue.
D. Wherever necessary, bulk water transfer, treatment plants and
distribution network to cater to every rural household.
E. None of the above

Answer: Option A
• Components under JJM: The following components are supported under JJM
o Development of in-village piped water supply infrastructure to provide tap
water connection to every rural household
o Development of reliable drinking water sources and/ or augmentation of
existing sources to provide long-term sustainability of water supply system
o Wherever necessary, bulk water transfer, treatment plants and distribution
network to cater to every rural household
o Technological interventions for removal of contaminants where water quality
is an issue
o Retrofitting of completed and ongoing schemes to provide FHTCs at
minimum service level of 55 lpcd
o Greywater management
Q47. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect with regards to
EMRS Scheme?
A. It was launched in 1997-98
B. Nodal Ministry is Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C. Schools are setup in states/UTs with grants under Article 245(1) of
the constitution of India
D. There is reservation of 20% seats under sports quota for ST students
E. None of the above

Answer: Option A
Q48. As per Union Budget 2023-24, Customs Duty on specified capital
goods/machinery for manufacture of lithium-ion cell for use in battery
of electrically operated vehicle (EVs) has been extended till what date?
A. 31st March 2025
B. 31st March 2024
C. 31st March 2023
D. 31st March 2026
E. 31st March 2027

Answer: Option B
• As per Union Budget 2023-24, Customs Duty on specified capital
goods/machinery for manufacture of lithium-ion cell for use in battery
of electrically operated vehicle (EVs) has been extended till 31st March
2024.