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Q1Consider the following statements about SWAYAM under PM eVIDYA: 1. Its courses use a four-part design consisting of video lectures, downloadable reading material, self-assessment tests and an online discussion forum. 2. It offers courses from Class 9 to postgraduate level. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. SWAYAM courses follow four specified components: video lectures, downloadable and printable reading material, self-assessment through quizzes or examinations, and an online discussion forum. Its stated educational span runs from Class 9 through postgraduate level.

Q2Which option correctly states the launch context of PM eVIDYA?

A It was launched on 1 February 2022 as a separate higher-education scholarship under the Union Budget.

B It was launched on 17 May 2020 as a multi-mode digital-education response during the COVID-19 lockdown.

C It was launched on 9 March 2024 solely to begin Rajasthan's five educational television channels.

D It was launched on 6 December 2024 only for Indian Sign Language training.

Explanation

PM eVIDYA was initially launched on 17 May 2020 amid the nationwide COVID-19 lockdown to maintain continuity of learning through television, radio and online platforms. Later dates in the options refer to particular channel rollouts or components and therefore do not identify the initiative's original launch.

Q3Which description most accurately captures the nature of PM eVIDYA?

A A central umbrella initiative that integrates digital, online and on-air education for multi-mode learning access

B A merit scholarship that transfers a fixed annual amount to every eligible school student

C A device-distribution programme limited to students who lack smartphones or television sets

D A residential-school construction scheme operating only in remote rural districts

Explanation

PM eVIDYA is the Ministry of Education's comprehensive umbrella initiative for digital, online and on-air education. Its defining benefit is multi-mode access to curriculum-linked learning through platforms such as portals, television, radio and podcasts, not cash, devices or new school buildings.

Q4Match Rajasthan's PM eVIDYA channels in List I with the classes covered in List II: List I: a. RJ148, b. RJ149, c. RJ151, d. RJ152 List II: 1. Classes 11-12, 2. Classes 3-5, 3. Classes 1-2, 4. Classes 9-10 Choose the correct code.

A a-2, b-3, c-1, d-4

B a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1

C a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2

D a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1

Explanation

Rajasthan's allotted channels follow the official class sequence: RJ148 covers Classes 1-2, RJ149 covers Classes 3-5, RJ150 covers Classes 6-8, RJ151 covers Classes 9-10 and RJ152 covers Classes 11-12. Therefore, for the four entries printed in the question, the correct code is a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1.

Q5Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched with its role or feature under PM eVIDYA?

A DIKSHA — cash transfers to students who complete digital lessons

B SWAYAM Prabha — educational programmes telecast through a satellite-based DTH service

C Radio and podcasts — learning access for children who may not be online

D Accessible e-content — DAISY-format resources and Indian Sign Language learning material

Explanation

DIKSHA is a digital platform that provides curriculum-linked e-books, digital content, QR-linked resources, quizzes and teacher-learning material. PM eVIDYA is an access-and-content initiative and does not pay students for completing lessons. The other three pairs accurately describe broadcast, offline-reach and accessibility components.

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