Government Schemes [India & States] Current Affairs MCQs

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The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the “One Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya One Sport” scheme to promote sports among girls studying in Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls Schools (KGBVs). The scheme aims to give special sports training and promote the physical, mental, and social growth of girls from backward and underprivileged communities. It will help these girls prepare to compete at the national level in sports. In the pilot phase, two KGBV schools from each of the 73 districts, except Kanpur Dehat which has one, will be included. A sports committee in every school will select one sport based on the students’ interest and available resources. Sports experts will provide special training, and health check-ups and awareness sessions on nutrition and hygiene will be held.

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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the “Mukhya Sevak Samvad” scheme to directly communicate with beneficiaries of government schemes and assess their ground-level implementation. The initiative aims to understand beneficiaries’ experiences and evaluate the success of these schemes.

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The Jal Shakti Ministry is requesting Rs 2.79 lakh crore additional funding for the Jal Jeevan Mission. The mission was launched by the Prime Minister in 2019. Its aim is to provide tap water connections to around 16 crore rural households, aiming for full coverage by 2028 (previously set for 2024). Key components include source sustainability, greywater management, water conservation, and rainwater harvesting. The mission empowers women by reducing the burden of water collection, improving their health, education, and socio-economic status. It enhances the dignity and quality of life for rural families, contributing to their overall ease of living.

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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are now working together under the wastepickers component of the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme. UNDP is providing financial support to State Project Management Units (PMUs) to strengthen the scheme’s implementation. The NAMASTE Scheme was jointly launched by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) in 2023 to protect the safety and dignity of sanitation workers. Its wastepicker component was launched in 2024 with the goal to digitally profile and register 2.5 lakh wastepickers across India. It also provides health insurance under Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), and offers skill development training.

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The Government of Madhya Pradesh has banned stubble burning due to a rise in such cases after crop harvesting. Farmers found burning stubble will be denied benefits under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana (MKKY). Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana (MKKY) was launched by Madhya Pradesh government to provide financial help and improve the economic condition of farmers. It also aims to promote the use of modern agricultural technologies in the state. This decision highlights the government’s focus on controlling pollution and encouraging sustainable farming practices.

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Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has recently given in-principle approval for development projects worth ₹2,204.85 crore. These projects will be implemented under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana (SJMMSVY). The Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana (SJMMSVY) was launched by Gujarat government. The scheme was introduced in 2009-10 to commemorate Gujarat’s 50th anniversary and aims to upgrade urban infrastructure, particularly focusing on water supply and drainage. It is a flagship program of the state government designed to strengthen and upgrade city infrastructure.

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Recently, two people, including a chartered accountant, were arrested for cheating the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) of over ₹3 crore under the SAMRIDH scheme. The Startup Accelerator for Product Innovation, Development, and Growth (SAMRIDH) is a key programme of MeitY launched under the National Policy on Software Products–2019. It supports existing and new accelerators to select and scale promising Information Technology (IT)-based startups. The scheme helps startups connect with customers, investors, and global markets. It provides up to ₹40 lakh per startup and requires matching investment from the accelerator. The programme is implemented by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Start-up Hub (MSH), Digital India Corporation (DIC).

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In a special cabinet meeting held at Rajwada Fort, Indore, the Madhya Pradesh government approved the Union government initiative, Rahveer Scheme, to reward Rs 25,000 to any passerby who helps accident victims reach a hospital in time. The objective is to encourage the public to help road accident victims during emergencies and inspire others to save lives. To qualify, the person must call a 108 ambulance and actively assist in transporting the injured to a hospital, Primary Health Centre (PHC), or Community Health Centre (CHC).

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The Uttar Pradesh government has launched the Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Abhiyan Yojana to boost self-employment among youth. Under this scheme, young entrepreneurs can get interest-free loans of up to ₹5 lakh. No collateral or personal guarantee is required to avail the loan. The aim is to support youth in starting their own businesses and becoming self-reliant. This initiative encourages entrepreneurship and job creation in the state. It is a step toward empowering youth and reducing unemployment through financial assistance. The scheme reflects the state’s commitment to inclusive economic development.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories. These stations were redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), launched by the Ministry of Railways. The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to modernise 1309 railway stations across India. The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme was started in February 2023 by the Ministry of Railways. The scheme focuses on better traffic flow, inter-modal connectivity, and clear signage. Efforts will be made to improve greenery and the overall look of the stations. Local goods will be promoted through the ‘One Station One Product’ scheme. Stations will be developed as “City Centres” to support urban development and connect both sides of the city.