Government Schemes & Economic Policies
Delhi Police Exams - GK Section
1️⃣ Introduction
India’s development journey has been shaped by government policies, reforms, and flagship schemes. From LPG reforms of 1991 to Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, the focus has been on inclusive growth, employment, innovation, and self-reliance.
Memory Trick: Reforms modernize; Schemes humanize.
A. Major Government Schemes for Development
India's major government schemes drive poverty reduction, job creation, citizen empowerment, and economic growth.
B. Economic Reforms – LPG (1991)
Introduced: 1991 | Lead: PM P.V. Narasimha Rao, FM Dr.
Manmohan Singh.
Triggered by a major balance of payment crisis.
| Reform | Focus | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Liberalization | Freeing economy from control | Increased competition |
| Privatization | Selling PSUs to private | Efficiency boost |
| Globalization | Integrating world economy | FDI inflows rise |
Trick: Liberalization = Less control, more freedom.
C. Economic Survey and Union Budget Highlights
Economic Survey
| Prepared By | Presented Before | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) | Union Budget | Review past year’s economy |
Trick: Survey checks; Budget acts.
Union Budget
| Presented By | Month | Focus (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Minister | February | Infrastructure, Green
Energy, Employ - ment, Startups |
D. Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission (Self-Reliant India Mission)
Launched: 2020
Objective: Make India self-reliant and competitive post-COVID.
| Pillar | Description |
|---|---|
| Economy | Quantum jump, not incremental |
| Infrastructure | Modern India vision |
| System | Reforms-driven governance |
| Vibrant Demography | India’s strength |
| Demand | Boost domestic consumption |
E. Skill India, Startup India, Digital India
- Launched: 2015
- Train 40 crore by 2025
- Agency: NSDC
- Launched: 2016
- Encourage innovation & entrepreneurship
- Tax exemptions, funding support, easy registration
- Agency: DPIIT
- Launched: 2015
- Transform India digitally
- Broadband, e-Governance
- UPI, BHIM, online empowerment
F. PYQs (Delhi Police, SSC & State Exams)
LPG reforms in India were introduced in —
A) 1985 B) 1991 C) 1999 D) 2004
PYQ No.1
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B) 1991
Who was the Finance Minister during the 1991 economic reforms?
A) Yashwant Sinha B) Dr. Manmohan Singh C) P. Chidambaram D) Arun Jaitley
PYQ No.2
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B) Dr. Manmohan Singh
The slogan “Vocal for Local” is associated with —
A) Make in India B) Digital India C) Atmanirbhar Bharat D) Skill India
PYQ No.3
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C) Atmanirbhar Bharat
Which of the following aims at promoting financial inclusion?
A) PM-KISAN B) PMJDY C) PMAY D) PMGSY
PYQ No.4
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B) PMJDY
The main objective of the Startup India scheme is —
A) Promote large-scale industries B) Encourage entrepreneurship C) Support agriculture only D) Reduce exports
PYQ No.5
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B) Encourage entrepreneurship
The slogan “Zero Defect, Zero Effect” is related to —
A) Skill India B) Make in India C) Digital India D) Startup India
PYQ No.6
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B) Make in India
Who prepares the Economic Survey of India?
A) RBI B) NITI Aayog C) Ministry of Finance D) Ministry of Commerce
PYQ No.7
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C) Ministry of Finance
Which mission aims to provide tap water to every rural household?
A) Jal Jeevan Mission B) Swachh Bharat Mission C) AMRUT D) Ujjwala Yojana
PYQ No.8
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A) Jal Jeevan Mission
The main objective of Digital India is —
A) Industrial growth B) Rural connectivity C) Digital empowerment D) Women safety
PYQ No.9
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C) Digital empowerment
Which of the following is a key feature of Liberalization?
A) Nationalization B) Increased government control C) De-licensing of industries D) Restriction on FDI
PYQ No.10
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C) De-licensing of industries
G. Quick Comparison Tables
LPG Reforms at a Glance
| Reform | Focus | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Liberalization | Freeing economy from control | Increased competition |
| Privatization | Selling PSUs to private | Efficiency boost |
| Globalization | Integrating world economy | FDI inflows rise |
Key Flagship Schemes Summary
| Scheme | Year | Objective |
|---|---|---|
| PM-KISAN | 2019 | ₹6,000 to farmers |
| PMJDY | 2014 | Financial inclusion |
| PMAY | 2015 | Housing for All |
| Skill India | 2015 | Job-oriented training |
| Startup India | 2016 | Promote innovation |
| Digital India | 2015 | Online empowerment |
| Atmanirbhar Bharat | 2020 | Self-reliant India |
H. Final Concept Recap
- PMJDY → Financial inclusion
- LPG Reforms (1991) → Economic freedom
- Atmanirbhar Bharat → Self-reliance & PLI schemes
- Digital India → E-Governance revolution
- Startup India → Job creation through innovation
- Skill India → Empower youth with skills
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