Punjab - Study Mode

[#556] The Punjab University is one of the oldest university in India has its regional centers at which of the following places in the state? 1. Muktsar Sahib 2. Ludhiana 3. Hoshiarpur 4. Amritsar
Correct Answer

(B) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Solution: Panjab (Punjab) University is one of the oldest universities in India located at Chandigarh. It has 188 affiliated colleges spread over Punjab, have one regional centre at Kauni, and 3 regional centres at Muktsar, Ludhiana and Hoshiarpur.

[#557] Consider the following statements 1. The literacy rate of Punjab has been very impressive over the last two decades and it lies above the national average literacy levels. 2. The state has literacy level at 75.84% which is higher than the national average fo around 74.0%. 3. The state ranks 15 th in the literacy rate among all states of India. 4. Its literacy rate is poor as compared to states like Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Maharashtra. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(D) All of these

Explanation

Solution: The literacy rate of Punjab has been very impressive over the last two decades and it lies above the national average literacy levels. As per Census 2011, the state has literacy level of 75.84%. The male literacy rate is 80.44% however the female literacy rate is 70.73%. Punjab ranks 15 th in literacy rate among all the states of India. Its literacy rate is poor as compared to states like Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Maharashtra.

[#558] National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) IV is working in the state of Punjab, it was introduced in
Correct Answer

(C) 2013

Explanation

Solution: Presently, National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) IV programme is working in the state which was established in 2013. It aims to consolidate the gains made till now and accelerate the process of reversal and further strengthen the epidemic response. The key strategies of NACP IV are intensifying and consolidating prevention services with a focus on HRG and vulnerable population, increasing access and promoting comprehensive care, support
and treatment and strengthening institutional capacities. NACP IV will also document, manage and disseminate evidence and effective utilisation of
programmatic and research data.

[#559] Mukhya Mantri Vigyan Yatra Yojana in Punjab was launched in
Correct Answer

(D) 2016

Explanation

Solution: Mukhya Mantri Vigyan Yatra Yojana was launched on 18 February, 2016. This scheme provides school students from across the state on free educational trips to Pushpa Gujral Science City in Kapurthala to create scientific awareness among them.

[#560] Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) in Bathinda was established in
Correct Answer

(C) 2015

Explanation

Solution: Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) is located in Bathinda. It was established by Government of Punjab on 12 February, 2015.The objectives of this Technical University are to provide, upgrade and promote Quality Technical Education, Training and Research in Technical Education to create entrepreneurship and a conducive environment for the pursuit of Technical Education in close cooperation with industry.