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201. 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.
202. 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.
203. 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.
204. T.V. Gopalakrishnan has been honored with the RK Srikantan Trust Award, famous player of which musical instrument?
[A] Mridangam
[B] Ghatam
[C] Kanjra
[D] Pakhawaj
Correct Answer: A [Mridangam]
Notes:
T.V. Gopalakrishnan, a famous mridangist, will receive the RK Srikantan Trust Award at the Sankranti Music Fest. This award honors his outstanding contributions to Indian classical music. He was born on June 11, 1932, in Tripunithura, Kerala, into a well-known musical family. Gopalakrishnan started playing the mridangam at just four years old and performed his arangetram at the Cochin palace when he was six. He learned under Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar. His skills include Carnatic and Hindustani singing, mridangam, and violin. Over his successful career, he has worked with international musicians and earned many awards, such as the Padma Bhushan in 2012 and the Sangeetha Kalanidhi award in 2014.
205. Who has been honored with the Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025?
[A] Andal Narayanan
[B] Arun Roy
[C] Biswajit Paul
[D] Urbasi Sinha
Correct Answer: D [Urbasi Sinha]
Notes:
Professor Urbasi Sinha, a prominent member of the Light and Matter Physics group at the Raman Research Institute (RRI), has received the esteemed Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in Cambridge, UK. As the director of the Quantum Information and Computing (QuIC) laboratory at RRI, Professor Sinha has guided her team to notable progress in the fields of quantum communication, computing, and optics. Her laboratory was one of the pioneers in India to create and employ heralded and entangled photon sources for a range of applications, representing a significant advancement in the country’s quantum research landscape.
206. 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.
207. Which state government has launched the PARTH Yojana recently?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] West Bengal
[D] Haryana
Correct Answer: A [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
The PARTH Yojana (Police Army Recruitment Training & Hunar) is a new program started in Madhya Pradesh aimed at training young people for jobs in the Indian Army, Police, and Para-Military forces. It was introduced by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav at the State Level Youth Festival. The program focuses on physical fitness and mental readiness, while also promoting patriotism and discipline among the youth.
208. As of January 1, 2025, new applicants must now obtain a farmer ID to register for which scheme?
[A] PM-KISAN
[B] PM-KMY
[C] PMFBY
[D] MISS
Correct Answer: A [PM-KISAN]
Notes:
The Government of India has implemented a new rule regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme. As of January 1, 2025, new applicants must now obtain a farmer ID to register for this welfare programme. This initiative aims to streamline the application process and ensure that only eligible farmers receive benefits. The farmer ID serves as a unique digital identity linked to land records, thus simplifying verification. The PM-Kisan initiative offers monetary support to qualifying agricultural households. Each household is granted an annual sum of Rs 6,000, which is disbursed in three separate payments of Rs 2,000 each. This program was inaugurated on February 24, 2019, and is entirely financed by the Central Government. Its primary objective is to assist small and marginal farmers in addressing their financial requirements for agricultural inputs.
209. Which of the following has recently launched a new initiative called EmpowHER BIZ?
[A] National Commission for Women (NCW)
[B] Ministry of Social Welfare and Empowerment
[C] Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP)
[D] None of the above
Correct Answer: C [Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP)]
Notes:
The Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) of NITI Aayog has introduced a new program named EmpowHER Biz – Sapno Ki Udaan. This initiative is in collaboration with New Shop, a prominent 24/7 convenience store chain in India. Its goal is to support women entrepreneurs by equipping them with the necessary skills and resources to succeed in the organized retail industry. EmpowHER Biz aims to support women who want to start their own businesses by providing mentorship and thorough training. The program covers important topics like retail management, digital tools, financial knowledge, and business growth. Fifty women between the ages of 18 and 35 will be chosen through an online application.
210. Which ministry has launched the National River Traffic and Navigation System (NRT & NS) recently?
[A] Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
[B] Ministry of Finance
[C] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
[D] Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways]
Notes:
The National River Traffic and Navigation System (NRT&NS) was launched on January 11, 2025, by the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways. National River Traffic and Navigation System aims to ensure safe and efficient operation of inland vessels. The launch took place during the 2nd meeting of the Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC). IWDC, established in 2023, serves as an apex platform for policy discussions to promote inland waterways in India.
