Government Schemes [India & States] Current Affairs MCQs

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education recommended adding breakfast under PM POSHAN to reduce undernourishment and stunting among children. The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) suggests nutritious breakfast before cognitively demanding morning classes to improve learning outcomes. Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Karnataka have already launched breakfast programmes using their own resources. PM POSHAN is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Education, replacing the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, and is implemented by the Department of School Education and Literacy. It provides one hot cooked meal daily to Classes 1–8 and Bal Vatikas in government and government-aided schools.

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The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) has been launched by the Government of India to boost credit flow in the microfinance sector. It provides guarantee cover through National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) to banks and financial institutions for loans extended to NBFC-MFIs/MFIs for on-lending to small borrowers. Eligible borrowers include new and existing small borrowers as per Reserve Bank of India (RBI) microfinance norms. The scheme is expected to increase credit availability and benefit around 36 lakh small borrowers through enhanced on-lending.

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The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031 with a budget of ₹1,800 crore. The scheme aims to modernize and integrate immigration, visa issuance, and foreigners registration to facilitate legitimate travellers while strengthening national security. The next phase focuses on emerging technology innovations, core infrastructure upgrades at Immigration Posts, FRROs, and Data Centres, and service optimization through unified digital platforms and improved application architecture.

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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav presided over a major incentive distribution event organised by the MSME Department, announcing over Rs 169 crore in assistance to industries and startups. Under the Mukhyamantri Udyog Kranti Yojana, the state achieved 131% of its annual target, covering 10,473 beneficiaries against a target of 8,000. The Mukhyamantri Udyam Kranti Yojana was launched by Madhya Pradesh by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.

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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana completed 11 years since its launch in April 2015, aiming to promote financial inclusion for unfunded micro-enterprises. It is a Central Sector Scheme under the Ministry of Finance providing collateral-free credit to micro and small enterprises. The scheme targets non-corporate, non-farm income-generating activities across manufacturing, trading, services, and allied agriculture sectors. Loans are categorised into four tiers based on the stage of business growth and funding requirements.

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The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III) till March 2028 to strengthen rural road connectivity. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), launched in 2000, is a flagship programme aimed at providing all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations. The scheme targets habitations with a population of 500 or more in plain areas and 250 or more in North-Eastern and Himalayan regions as per the 2001 Census. The scheme operates under the Ministry of Rural Development.

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The Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises trained over 2,500 artisans in Artificial Intelligence tools under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme. The initiative aims to integrate traditional craftsmanship with modern digital technology for livelihood enhancement. Around 2,543 artisans from multiple states participated, with highest participation from Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Bihar. PM Vishwakarma is a central sector scheme launched by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. It preserves heritage crafts while giving artisans access to modern tools, credit, and markets.

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The SMILE Scheme (Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) has been allocated ₹390 crore by the Government of India for the period 2021–2026 to support marginalized groups. It was launched in 2022 by the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It focuses on addressing beggary mainly in religious, tourist, and historical cities. The scheme also includes a sub-scheme for the empowerment of transgender persons.

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The Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched revised guidelines for the Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme. The Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme has been launched by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to boost global telecom standardization. It has an outlay of ₹203 crore for 2026–2031. It supports India’s participation in global bodies like International Telecommunication Union, 3GPP (Third Generation Partnership Project). It funds global meetings, technical contributions, and leadership roles.

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The Department of Commerce issued revising schedules under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products Scheme. The revision aligns RoDTEP tariff lines with updates in the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 via the Finance Act, 2026. The scheme was launched in 2021 under the amended Foreign Trade Policy 2015–20. It replaced the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme after it was found non-compliant with World Trade Organization rules. Its objective is to refund hidden taxes and duties not reimbursed by other mechanisms. It covers taxes incurred during manufacturing and distribution of exported goods. The scheme is administered by the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance.