Daily PIB quiz · 18 September 2026

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PIB · Regulation of Stem Cell Therapy Advisory

Consider the following statements regarding stem cell therapy regulations:1.Stem cell therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder is permitted as standard clinical care across all government hospitals.2.The Union Health Ministry issued an advisory to States and UTs enforcing strict regulatory compliance for clinical stem cell therapy.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

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PIB · Regulation of Stem Cell Therapy Advisory

What does 'Autism Spectrum Disorder' primarily refer to in developmental terms?

A A degenerative bone disease affecting physical mobility in adults. B A developmental disability caused by differences in the brain affecting social interaction and communication. C An acute respiratory infection caused by viral pathogens. D A chronic nutritional deficiency leading to cognitive impairment in infants.

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PIB · National Pharmacovigilance Programme of India

Consider the following statements regarding the Pharmacovigilance Programme of India:1.The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) Ghaziabad serves as the National Coordination Centre for the Pharmacovigilance Programme of India.2.The Ministry of Ayush inaugurated the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week to promote safer healthcare.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

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PIB · National Pharmacovigilance Programme of India

In the context of healthcare and medicines, what is 'Pharmacovigilance'?

A The manufacturing process of generic pharmaceutical formulations. B The pricing regulation and patent protection of life-saving drugs. C The science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects of medicines. D The distribution network of vaccines in remote rural sectors.

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PIB · NAMASTE Scheme

Consider the following statements regarding the NAMASTE scheme:1.The NAMASTE scheme is jointly implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).2.The scheme primarily focuses on rural irrigation infrastructure and watershed management.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

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PIB · NAMASTE Scheme

The acronym 'NAMASTE' in the context of government welfare schemes stands for:

A National Agriculture and Mechanised Sanitation Technology Enterprise B National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem C New Age Municipal Administration and Sanitation Technology Extension D National Approach for Manual Scavengers Transformation and Employment

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PIB · PM Vishwakarma Scheme

Consider the following statements regarding the PM Vishwakarma Scheme:1.It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme where funding is shared between the Centre and States in a 60:40 ratio.2.The scheme covers traditional artisan trades.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

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PIB · PM Vishwakarma Scheme

How many traditional artisan trades are covered under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme?

A 10 traditional trades B 15 traditional trades C 18 traditional trades D 25 traditional trades

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