Government Schemes 2026 Quiz: Master 25 Essential MCQs
PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat, and welfare programs for competitive exams
Government Schemes: Welfare at Scale
Government schemes form the backbone of India's welfare architecture, addressing poverty, health, education, and livelihoods at unprecedented scale. Understanding these programs helps connect policy with ground realities.
This quiz covers major 2026 schemes, their objectives, target beneficiaries, and implementation mechanisms - essential for competitive examination preparation.
Scheme awareness demonstrates understanding of governance effectiveness and social justice principles.
Key Facts: Major Government Schemes 2026
| Scheme | Beneficiaries | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| PM-KISAN | 11 crore farmers | ₹6,000/year income support |
| Ayushman Bharat | 50 crore people | ₹5 lakh health cover annually |
| PM-JAY | 10 crore families | Free hospitalization up to 1500 procedures |
| Digital India 2.0 | All citizens | Enhanced Aadhaar facial recognition |
Study Notes: Government Schemes Overview
Agriculture & Farmer Welfare
PM-KISAN: Provides ₹6,000 annual income support to farmer families in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
PMFBY: Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana provides crop insurance against natural calamities.
Healthcare Initiatives
- Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY covers 50 crore beneficiaries with ₹5 lakh annual health insurance
- PM-ABHIM aims to improve quality of healthcare facilities at district level
- National Digital Health Mission creates digital health ecosystem
- Ayushman Bharat Hospital List now includes 25,000+ empaneled hospitals
Social Security Programs
PMVVK: Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana provides pension for senior citizens.
PMJJBY: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana offers life insurance cover.
Infrastructure & Digital
BharatNet: Connecting 250,000 gram panchayats with high-speed broadband.
Ujjwala 2.0: Providing LPG connections to 100% households without connections.
Previous Year Relevance
| Year | Exam | Type | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KPSC Prelims | MCQ | PM-KISAN 11th installment |
| 2025 | UPSC Prelims | Stems | Ayushman Bharat coverage |
| 2026 | SSC CGL | MCQ | Scheme abbreviations |
Government Schemes Quiz
Question 1/25Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Correction |
|---|---|
| PM-KISAN benefit 12 installments | 3 installments of ₹2,000 each totaling ₹6,000 |
| Ayushman covers all citizens | Covers 50 crore vulnerable families |
| PM-JJBY abbreviation | PMJJBY (Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana) |
FAQ
Q: How many installments does PM-KISAN provide?
A: Three installments of ₹2,000 each, totaling ₹6,000 annually.
Q: What does AB-PMJAY cover?
A: Ayushman Bharat covers secondary and tertiary care hospitalization up to ₹5 lakh.