1.
The Union Budget 2025–26 introduced key proposals in the social sector. Which of the following measures were included?
- A new National Health Insurance Scheme was introduced with an allocation of ₹1 lakh crore to provide coverage to rural families.
- A National Education Mission with ₹80,000 crore has been launched to reform school and higher education infrastructure.
- The government has announced 100 new IITs and IIMs across the country to promote advanced learning and research.
A
1 and 2 only
B
1 and 3 only
C
2 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
E
1 only
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Correct Answer: E — 1 only
Explanation:
The correct answer is E: 1 only.
- Statement 1 is CORRECT: A new National Health Insurance Scheme with ₹1 lakh crore was announced targeting rural families. Total health expenditure in the budget is set at ₹3 lakh crore.
- Statement 2 is INCORRECT: A National Education Mission was announced, but the allocation was ₹50,000 crore (not ₹80,000 crore).
- Statement 3 is INCORRECT: No new IITs or IIMs were announced in the budget. The focus was on expanding existing research centers. A new digital learning scheme was announced to enhance online education.