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26. Recently, which state government has initiated a substantial financial transfer under the Maiya Samman Yojana?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Bihar
[C] West Bengal
[D] Assam
Correct Answer: A [Jharkhand]
Notes:
In January 2025, Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand, launched a significant financial program called the Maiya Samman Yojana. This initiative was designed to support women through direct cash transfers. The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), which is part of the INDIA coalition, is leading this effort. Maiya Samman Yojana was launched on August 2024 by Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren.
27. Which state government has recently announcement regarding the ‘Har Ghar Nal‘ scheme under the Jal Jeevan Mission?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Bihar
[D] Rajasthan
Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the ‘Har Ghar Nal’ scheme as part of the Jal Jeevan Mission. They have removed the 10% community contribution requirement, meaning the government will pay these costs. This change will help around 2.33 crore families gain better access to clean drinking water in rural areas. Villagers will only need to pay a small maintenance fee of Rs 50.
28. Which state government has launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana recently?
[A] Goa
[B] Punjab
[C] Assam
[D] Bihar
Correct Answer: A [Goa]
Notes:
On January 7, 2025, Goa’s Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant introduced the ‘Bima Sakhi Yojana’ as part of the Swayampurna Goa 2.0 initiative. This program is designed to empower women by offering training and chances to work as Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) agents, which will help increase financial knowledge and broaden life insurance access in local communities.
29. Which of the following researchers has transferred AnemiaPhone technology to ICMR recently?
[A] Cornell University
[B] Harvard University
[C] Oxford University
[D] Cambridge University
Correct Answer: A [Cornell University]
Notes:
Cornell University researchers have recently handed over AnemiaPhone technology to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). This new tool provides a quick, precise, and affordable way to screen for iron deficiency, a major cause of anaemia. In India, anaemia significantly impacts pregnant women, with rates between 50% and 70%. AnemiaPhone is expected to improve screening initiatives in India’s Anaemia Mukt Bharat programme, which focuses on reducing anaemia in at-risk groups.
30. Which state government has launched Har Ghar Connectivity Programme?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Gujarat
[D] Punjab
Correct Answer: C [Gujarat]
Notes:
In January 2025, Bhupendra Patel, the Chief Minister of Gujarat, revealed plans to enhance the state’s digital infrastructure. These efforts are designed to boost public welfare and make life easier through technology. The projects are based on the ‘Digital India’ campaign started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A major part of this initiative is the Har Ghar Connectivity program, which aims to deliver high-speed internet to homes in rural areas.
