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National Affairs MCQs - 2026-04-04

21.
What is one of the planned initiatives to foster AI research in India?
A Closing down existing research institutions
B Establishing national AI research centers of excellence
C Limiting access to AI research data
D Focusing solely on theoretical AI research
22.
Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as a target for AI solutions under the strategy?
A Healthcare
B Agriculture
C Space Exploration (as a primary focus)
D Education
23.
The strategy aims to build a robust AI talent pool through which of the following?
A Reducing the number of engineering colleges
B Enhanced educational programs, reskilling, and upskilling
C Mandatory AI training for all citizens
D Importing AI experts without domestic development
24.
What is a significant new emphasis in National AI Strategy 2.0 compared to its predecessor?
A Increased focus on AI for military applications only
B Emphasis on ethical AI development and deployment
C Restriction on AI research funding
D Prioritization of AI hardware manufacturing over software
25.
Which ministry is primarily responsible for unveiling the National AI Strategy 2.0?
A Ministry of Science and Technology
B Ministry of Education
C Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
D NITI Aayog
26.
Besides government contributions, what other source of funding is anticipated for the NUIF?
A International development banks only
B Private sector participation
C Philanthropic donations from individuals
D Foreign direct investment in real estate
27.
What is a key characteristic of the financing provided by the NUIF?
A High-interest, short-term loans
B Long-term, low-cost financing
C Grants with no repayment obligation
D Equity investments only
28.
Which of the following is NOT a typical area of focus for projects funded by NUIF?
A Water supply and sanitation
B Solid waste management
C Rural road construction
D Urban transport
29.
The NUIF is primarily intended to finance infrastructure projects in which category of cities?
A Metropolitan cities only
B Tier-I cities only
C Tier-II and Tier-III cities
D All urban areas irrespective of tier
30.
Which ministry is responsible for the operationalization of the National Urban Infrastructure Fund (NUIF)?
A Ministry of Finance
B Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
C Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
D Ministry of Rural Development