India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The National Cybersecurity Exercise – Bharat NCX 2025 was officially inaugurated on July 21, 2025. It was launched by Deputy National Security Advisor T. V. Ravichandran at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), with Vice Chancellor Bimal N. Patel present. The event is organised by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) in collaboration with RRU. The theme is “Enhancing the Operational Preparedness of Indian Cyberspace.” It brings together cybersecurity experts, defence forces, policymakers, and industry leaders for a two-week national cyber drill. It simulates real-world threats like critical infrastructure attacks, deepfakes, API flaws, and autonomous malware.

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Uttar Pradesh has recently become the top state in India for Amrit Sarovar construction with 16,630 ponds built or rejuvenated. This is three times the original target of 5,550 set at the start of the programme in 2022. Mission Amrit Sarovar was launched on 24 April 2022 under “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” to celebrate 75 years of Indian independence. The mission aims to build or rejuvenate at least 75 ponds in every district to address rural water scarcity. It plays a key role in promoting local water sustainability and groundwater recharge.

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Recently, India achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of the 2030 target. This success is part of the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme). The EBP Programme was launched in January 2003 by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG). It aims to promote environment-friendly alternative fuels and reduce crude oil import dependency.

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A significant deposit of Nickel, Copper, and Platinum Group Elements (Ni-Cu-PGE) has been discovered in Bhalukona-Jamnidih block, Basna tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. Deccan Gold Mines Limited (DGML) received a 30 sq km Composite Licence for the block on April 1, 2024. The discovery supports Atmanirbhar Bharat by securing critical mineral resources for self-reliance and sustainable development. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) earlier found traces of nickel, chromium, later validated by the Directorate of Geology and Mining (DGM). Chhattisgarh has auctioned 51 mineral blocks, including 10 with key resources like lithium and graphite, and set up a Critical Mineral Cell to boost innovation and collaboration.

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Andaman and Nicobar Command organised a first-ever seven-day educational and cultural tour ‘Aarohan: Dweep to Delhi’ for 30 meritorious tribal higher secondary students. Students were selected by the Directorate of Education from all three districts — North Andaman, South Andaman, and Nicobar group — with equal boys and girls. Many participants experienced air, train, and metro travel for the first time. Visits include Red Fort, India Gate, National War Memorial, Qutub Minar, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and modern hubs like Dilli Haat and Connaught Place. A key highlight was witnessing the Prime Minister’s Independence Day address at Red Fort.

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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched the ‘Swachh Kurukshetra – Mera Kurukshetra, Mera Abhimaan’ cleanliness mission at Gita Gyan Sansthanam, Kurukshetra. The mission is scheduled for 11 weeks, from August 24 to November 7, 2025, aiming to make Kurukshetra the cleanest and most beautiful city in India. The mission is part of Haryana Shehr Swachhta Abhiyan – 2025 and involves mass mobilization to clean every street and corner.

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Rajasthan Police launched Operation ‘Sanskar’ in Dungarpur region to crack down on biker gangs using social media monitoring. Gangs with names like “302”, “007”, and “Raftar” involved youths aged 18-24 in crimes like stalking, robbery, assault, and stone-pelting. Teenagers aged 12-16 were influenced by online reels glorifying criminal acts. Police tracked criminal reels, flagged accounts, seized 300+ bikes under the Motor Vehicles Act, and registered weapon flaunting videos under the Arms Act.

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Tirupati Urban Development Authority (TUDA) has launched Operation SWARNA (Swarnamukhi Waterbody Action for River and Nala Awareness). The plan aims to rescue Swarnamukhi River from land grabbers, revive its flow area and rejuvenate it for long-term sustenance. Swarnamukhi River is an east-flowing river in Andhra Pradesh with a catchment area of 3,225 sq.km. It originates near Pakala village, Chittoor district at 300 m elevation in the Eastern Ghats. The river runs 130 km northeast, passing through Tirupati hills before joining the Bay of Bengal. Swarnamukhi is an independent river system, relying mainly on rainfall in its upper catchment for flow.

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Less than 40% of India’s Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) have received a Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card. More than 11 lakh applications are pending, with 60% delayed for more than six months. The UDID sub-scheme under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) creates a national database and enables access to schemes. UDID cards allow PwDs to get benefits like Assistance to Persons with Disabilities (ADIP) scheme, scholarships, and job reservations. Coverage is above 50% only in Tamil Nadu, Meghalaya, Odisha, and Karnataka, while West Bengal has just 6%.

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Union Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs said MY Bharat Aapda Mitras will assist in flood rescue in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. MY Bharat is an autonomous body under the Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. It targets youth aged 15-29 years, providing resources, mentorship, learning opportunities, and industry connections to build Viksit Bharat. Aapda Mitras are trained by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) under the Aapda Mitra programme.