GPSC (Gujarat) — MCQ Practice Questions & Answers

Question 1

Who became the Chief Minister of Gujarat in December 2022?

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Correct answer: A. Bhupendra Patel — Bhupendra Patel took oath as Chief Minister of Gujarat in December 2022, succeeding Bhupesh Patel.

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B. Vijay Rupani

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C. Anandiben Patel

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D. Nitin Patel

Question 2

What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana launched in 2020?

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Correct answer: B. To develop fisheries sector and increase fish production — The scheme aims to develop fisheries sector, increase fish production, and enhance income of fishermen with an investment of ₹20,050 crore.

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A. To promote organic farming in coastal areas

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C. To establish fishing harbors across all districts

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D. To eliminate illegal fishing in India

Question 3

Which ministry launched the 'Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana' in 2023?

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Correct answer: B. Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises — The scheme was launched by the Ministry of MSME to support traditional artisans and craftspeople with credit and skill training.

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A. Ministry of Skill Development

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C. Ministry of Labour and Employment

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D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Question 4

Which Indian city hosted the International Kite Festival in January 2024?

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Correct answer: B. Ahmedabad — Ahmedabad in Gujarat hosted the International Kite Festival in January 2024, celebrating the tradition of kite flying during Makar Sankranti.

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A. Jaipur

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C. Indore

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D. Lucknow

Question 5

What is the full form of 'ONDC' in the context of India's e-commerce initiatives?

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Correct answer: A. Open Network for Digital Commerce — ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) is an open digital ecosystem platform launched by India to democratize e-commerce and support MSMEs.

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B. Omnipresent Network Data Center

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C. Online Network Digital Corporation

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D. Operational National Digital Channel

Question 6

Which Indian space mission successfully demonstrated powered descent and landing on the Moon in 2023?

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Correct answer: C. Chandrayaan-3 — Chandrayaan-3 successfully achieved India's first soft landing on the lunar south pole in August 2023, making India the fourth nation to land on the Moon.

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A. Chandrayaan-1

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B. Chandrayaan-2

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D. Mangalyaan-2

Question 7

What is the primary objective of India's 'PM-WANI' scheme announced in 2024?

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Correct answer: B. Public Wi-Fi access across rural areas — PM-WANI (Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) aims to provide free public Wi-Fi services across India, particularly in rural areas.

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A. Water management and irrigation

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C. Women entrepreneurship development

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D. Agricultural modernization

Question 8

In 2024, India launched which satellite to enhance rural connectivity?

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Correct answer: A. GSAT-20 — GSAT-20 is an advanced communication satellite launched in 2024 to provide enhanced broadband connectivity to rural and remote areas of India.

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B. Chandrayaan-4

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C. Aditya-L1

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D. EOS-08

GPSC (Gujarat) - MCQ Practice Questions