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SDG Index by NITI Aayog Flashcards

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How does the SDG India Index support the localization of SDGs?
(a) By allowing states to develop their own SDGs independently
(b) By encouraging states to integrate SDGs into their development plans
(c) By limiting development focus to only a few SDGs
(d) By enabling states to prioritize economic indicators only

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(b) By encouraging states to integrate SDGs into their development plans

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In what way does the SDG India Index assist policymakers?
(a) By setting national educational standards
(b) By benchmarking progress and identifying gaps for targeted actions
(c) By setting funding limits on sustainable projects
(d) By monitoring only healthcare indicators

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(b) By benchmarking progress and identifying gaps for targeted actions

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How many indicators are used in the SDG India Index?
(a) 100
(b) 113
(c) 120
(d) 125

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113

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How are goal-wise scores computed in the SDG India Index?
(a) Based on five-year projections
(b) Using state population growth metrics
(c) By calculating scores for each of the 16 SDGs
(d) By ranking states on urban development only

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(c) By calculating scores for each of the 16 SDGs

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Which framework aligns with the indicators used in the SDG India Index?
(a) National Health Framework
(b) National Indicator Framework
(c) United Nations Development Framework
(d) Economic Progress Index

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(b) National Indicator Framework

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Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is excluded from the Composite Score calculation?
(a) Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
(b) Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
(c) Goal 14 (Life Below Water)
(d) Goal 4 (Quality Education)

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(c) Goal 14 (Life Below Water)

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Why is Goal 14 (Life Below Water) excluded from the SDG India Index’s Composite Score calculation?
(a) It lacks national significance
(b) It is only applicable to the 9 coastal states
(c) The goal has already been achieved
(d) It focuses on international waters

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(b) It is only applicable to the 9 coastal states

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What are the four categories used in the SDG India Index for ranking states and union territories?
(a) Aspirant, Performer, Front-Runner, Achiever
(b) Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum
(c) Developing, Emerging, Developed, Leading
(d) Growth, Moderate, Good, Excellent

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(a) Aspirant, Performer, Front-Runner, Achiever

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What overall SDG score did India achieve in the 2023-24 SDG India Index?
(a) 66
(b) 57
(c) 71
(d) 85

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(c) 71

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What was India’s SDG score in the previous 2020-21 SDG India Index?
(a) 50
(b) 57
(c) 60
(d) 66

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(d) 66

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Which two states scored the highest in the 2023-24 SDG India Index?
(a) Kerala and Uttarakhand
(b) Gujarat and Maharashtra
(c) Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
(d) Punjab and Haryana

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When was the first SDG index and its score?

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2018

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Which states were the lowest performers in the 2023-24 SDG India Index?
(a) Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan
(b) Bihar and Jharkhand
(c) Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat
(d) Assam and Odisha

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How many states and union territories are in the front-runner category for the 2023-24 SDG India Index?
(a) 25
(b) 28
(c) 32
(d) 35

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By how much has India’s solar power capacity increased in a decade?
(a) From 5 GW to 25 GW
(b) From 10 GW to 50 GW
(c) From 2.82 GW to 73.32 GW
(d) From 15 GW to 100 GW

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How many toilets were constructed under the Swachh Bharat Mission?
(a) 1 crore
(b) 5 crore
(c) 11 crore
(d) 15 crore

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Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, how many households received tap water connections?
(a) 5 crore
(b) 10 crore
(c) 12 crore
(d) 14.9 crore

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How many beneficiaries have accessed primary medical care through Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY?
(a) 10 crore
(b) 20 crore
(c) 30 crore
(d) 40 crore

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What is the achievement of the PM Mudra Yojana in India?
(a) Provided 4 crore housing loans
(b) Provided 10 crore education loans
(c) Sanctioned 43 crore loans
(d) Established 50,000 startup grants

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What is the goal of the Saubhagya Scheme?
(a) To ensure complete rural electrification
(b) To achieve 100% household electrification
(c) To establish primary health centers
(d) To improve internet connectivity in rural areas

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How many people are covered under the National Food Security Act?
(a) 50 crore
(b) 60 crore
(c) 70 crore
(d) 80 crore

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Which SDGs showed the highest point increases across states from 2020-21?
(a) “No Poverty” and “Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure”
(b) “Zero Hunger” and “Life Below Water”
(c) “Gender Equality” and “Decent Work and Economic Growth”
(d) “Affordable and Clean Energy” and “Sustainable Cities and Communities”

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When was NITI Aayog established, who was it’s 1st CEO and vice CEO.

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Who is the current CEO and Vice CEO of Niti AAyog

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Who is the chair of Niti aayog

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What is the approach

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Who are the ex officio members

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26
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Which SDG saw a decrease in points and how much

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27
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Which SDGS showed the highest increase in points and how much

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Which SDGS showed the lowest increase in points and how much

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29
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Which SDG had the highest score and how much

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30
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Which SDG has the lowest score

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31
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When were these launched?

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana:
Swachh Bharat Mission:
Ujjwala Yojana:
Jal Jeevan Mission: .
Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY:
PM Mudra Yojana:
Saubhagya Scheme:
Renewable Energy:
National Food Security Act (NFSA):
PM-Jan Dhan
Skill India Mission:

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31
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What percent of beneficiaries are under NFSA

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32
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Name all the SDGs

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32
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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to be achieved by which year?

A) 2025
B) 2030
C) 2035
D) 2050

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33
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Which United Nations division provides support and capacity-building for the SDGs?

A) UNDP
B) UNICEF
C) DSDG under UNDESA
D) UNHCR

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33
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The Division for Sustainable Development Goals (DSDG) operates under which UN department?

A) UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations
B) UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs
C) UN Department of Political Affairs
D) UN Department of Public Information

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What is the total number of targets associated with the Sustainable Development Goals?

A) 150
B) 169
C) 180
D) 200

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35
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In which year was the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by the United Nations?

A) 2015
B) 2016
C) 2017
D) 2018

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