SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 41

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q41

The Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) focuses on:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Answer: Enhancing development in underdeveloped districts

Explanation: The Aspirational Districts Programme focuses on improving governance and accelerating development in India’s most underdeveloped districts. It aims to reduce regional disparities by focusing on key indicators like health, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, and basic infrastructure.

Additional Key Facts

Launched in 2018 by the Government of India.

Implemented by NITI Aayog.

Initially covered 112 districts across India.

Uses real-time data monitoring for progress tracking.

Encourages cooperative and competitive federalism among states.

Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers

Question: What is the main objective of ADP?
Answer: To improve development in underdeveloped districts

Question: Which approach does ADP promote among states?
Answer: Cooperative and competitive federalism