GK Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs launches ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal

 1. What is the main purpose of the 'AAINA Dashboard for Cities' portal launched by the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs?

a. Monitoring social media activities
b. Providing information on cities' status and progress
c. Offering health services for urban areas
d. Conducting online surveys

Correct Answer: b*

2. Which organization is responsible for providing handholding support to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and States in the data submission process for the portal?

a. United Nations
b. Digital India Corporation (DIC)
c. Ministry of Health
d. Urban Planning Commission

Correct Answer: b*

3. What is the role of the Digital India Corporation (DIC) in the Digital India Mission?

a. Developing video games
b. Providing strategic support to Ministries/Departments
c. Managing public transportation
d. Conducting educational programs

Correct Answer: b*

4. According to the 74th Constitution Amendment Act, how are Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) categorized based on population size?

a. Alphabetically
b. Geographically
c. Economically
d. Population size

Correct Answer: d*

5. What is the term length for the elected members of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs)?

a. 2 years
b. 4 years
c. 5 years
d. 8 years

Correct Answer: c*

6. What is the significance of the 'AAINA Dashboard for Cities' portal in promoting healthy competition among ULBs?

a. Providing free resources
b. Offering financial incentives
c. Allowing ULBs to compare their performance with others
d. Organizing sports events

Correct Answer: c*

7. Why is it essential to have critical data on a single platform, as mentioned in the lecture content?

a. Enhancing social media presence
b. Facilitating planning for new schemes and policy decisions
c. Encouraging environmental conservation
d. Improving cultural events

Correct Answer: b*

8. What are the specific categories of ULBs mentioned in the lecture based on the 74th Constitution Amendment Act?

a. A, B, C
b. Primary, Secondary, Tertiary
c. Nagar Panchayats, Municipal Councils, Municipal Corporations
d. North, South, East, West

Correct Answer: c*

9. How often can Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) voluntarily submit their key data for the 'AAINA Dashboard for Cities' portal?

a. Once every five years
b. Monthly
c. Annually
d. Whenever they want

Correct Answer: b*

10. What is the primary motivation for ULBs to use the 'AAINA Dashboard for Cities' portal, according to the lecture content?

a. Monetary rewards
b. Inspiration to identify improvement possibilities
c. Mandatory government regulations
d. Access to exclusive events

Correct Answer: b*