The Food Corporation of India was established on January 14, 1965, under the Food Corporations Act of 1964. It was created to ensure food security in India by managing the procurement, storage, and distribution of food grains across the country.
13332
Which index is utilized to quantify the level of deprivation in basic human development within a nation?
The Human Poverty Index (HPI) was a composite index used by the United Nations to measure the extent of deprivation in basic human development. It focused on factors such as life expectancy, literacy, and standard of living, providing a broader view of poverty beyond simple income metrics.
13333
In which year was the Command Area Development Programme (CADP) launched in India?
The Command Area Development Programme (CADP) was launched by the Government of India in 1974. The primary objective of this programme was to bridge the gap between the irrigation potential created through major and medium irrigation projects and the actual utilization of that potential by farmers, thereby improving water use efficiency and agricultural productivity in command areas.
13334
Match the rural development projects with their respective pioneers or leaders.
The Indian Village Service was led by W.H. Wiser. The Etawah Pilot Project was initiated by Albert Mayer. The Nilokheri Project was spearheaded by S.K. Dey. The Marthandom Project was established by Spencer Hatch. These projects were foundational in shaping rural extension and development strategies in India.
13335
Which organization is responsible for overseeing rural development programs at the district level?
The District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) is the primary government body at the district level tasked with coordinating and implementing various rural development schemes. It ensures that funds and resources are effectively managed to improve the socio-economic conditions of rural populations.
13336
The establishment of the Panchayat Raj system was based on which type of program approach?
The Panchayat Raj system in India was developed following a 'fact-determined' approach, where committees like the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee analyzed existing administrative structures and social realities to recommend a decentralized democratic framework for rural governance and development.
13337
How was the National Food for Work Programme (NFWP) funded and implemented?
The National Food for Work Programme was launched in 2004 in 150 identified backward districts of India. It was designed as a 100% centrally sponsored scheme, meaning the entire financial burden for the program was borne by the central government. The primary objective was to generate supplementary wage employment and provide food security to the rural poor in these specific regions.
13338
Match the following agricultural programs with their respective initiation years: (a) Small Farmer Development Agency (SFDA), (b) High yielding variety programme (HYVP), (c) Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP), (d) Multi Cropping Programme (MCP).
The Small Farmer Development Agency (SFDA) was established in 1970-71. The High Yielding Variety Programme (HYVP) was launched in 1965. The Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP) began in 1970-71, and the Multi Cropping Programme (MCP) was initiated in 1966-67. Matching these dates correctly leads to option D.
13339
What was the recorded percentage of urbanization in Rajasthan according to the relevant census data?
Based on the 2011 Census of India, the urban population of Rajasthan was recorded at 23.38% of the total state population, reflecting the demographic distribution and migration patterns within the state at that time.
13340
Match the following agricultural programs or movements with their respective founders or governing bodies.
The Planning Commission was established by the Government of India (a-4). The Bhoodan movement was led by Vinoba Bhave (b-3). The Firka Development Scheme was initiated by the Madras Government (c-2). The Co-operation movement in India is often associated with early administrative efforts like those of Nicholson (d-1).
