India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Chief Minister of Goa, Dr Pramod Sawant, announced that chess has been introduced in school and college curricula. The initiative aims to help students build confidence and develop strategic thinking skills. He spoke at the launch of the FIDE World Cup logo in Goa. The event has boosted tourism in the state. It has strengthened Goa’s global image as a destination for sports and culture. The FIDE World Cup has provided positive momentum to Goa’s economy. The move reflects the state’s focus on education, skill development, and international sports promotion.

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The Punjab Police Cyber Crime Division has launched a statewide awareness programme called ‘Cyber Jago’ to ensure children’s digital safety. The initiative aims to teach Internet Safety and promote safe online use among government school students across Punjab. It addresses rising cyber threats, exposure to inappropriate content, and other online dangers faced by children.

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Indian Railways will promote the ‘Aabhar’ online store launched on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. The store features over 150 gift items and hampers made by indigenous tribes, handloom weavers, and artisans. Products come from tribal groups, self-help groups (SHGs), handloom weavers, and local craftsmen. Items are part of the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, supporting regional specialties. The launch promotes ‘Vocal for Local’ and self-reliant India (Aatmanirbhar Bharat) goals. It highlights GeM’s social inclusion mission by empowering small and rural producers.

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On 1st November 2025, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav launched the ‘PM Shri Aerial Tourism Helicopter Service’ at Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal, on Madhya Pradesh’s 70th foundation day. Madhya Pradesh became the first Indian state to introduce both Air Ambulance and Helicopter Tourism Services under its intra-state air connectivity initiative. The project aims to make air travel an experiential journey combining faith, spirituality, tourism, and convenience. It seeks to boost intra-state connectivity, promote tourism, and generate local employment and entrepreneurship in rural and semi-urban regions.

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Kerala has once again emerged as a Top Achiever in the national Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) ratings for 2024. The ratings were released under the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Kerala topped the “Fast Movers” category with a 99.1% reform implementation score, up from 91% last year. The recognition was announced at Udyog Samagam 2025 in New Delhi.

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Mumbai Metro 2B Mandale Depot has been inaugurated, making it Asia’s largest and first elevated metro depot. It is located in Mankhurd, connecting DN Nagar to Mandale. The depot is spread over 30.45 hectares and can accommodate 72 eight-coach trains simultaneously. It is a double-decker facility, with 36 trains on each of the two levels. It was built by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). It features advanced technology, eco-friendly amenities, and future-ready facilities. The depot will increase Metro 2B speed and improve daily travel, especially connecting east and west Mumbai.

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Zari poshak from Mathura recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in November 2025. The zari poshak is a traditional, handmade textile attire used to adorn Lord Krishna. It is known for its exquisite zari (gold and silver thread) embroidery. The craft has been sustained for centuries and involves a large number of artisans, including many women.

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Maharashtra mandated from 2 December 2025 that thermal power plants must blend 5–7% bamboo-based biomass or charcoal with coal under the Maharashtra Bamboo Industry Policy 2025. This makes bamboo a formal part of the state’s energy mix for the first time to cut coal emissions. The government allocated ₹1,534 crore for 2025–2030 and ₹11,797 crore over 20 years to support the transition. Bamboo helps reduce carbon emissions, restore soil, and grow quickly with low inputs. The policy aims to create jobs, boost bamboo industries, and attract green investments and carbon credit markets.

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The two states that recently inaugurated their first Gen-Z post office counters are Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
These youth-centric post office extension counters were specifically designed in collaboration with students to appeal to a younger demographic. In Kerala, the counter was opened at CMS College, Kottayam. The space was co-created by students and features nature-themed seating, charging points, and a “My Stamp” printer for personalized stamps. In Andhra Pradesh, the facility was inaugurated at the Andhra University (AU) campus in Visakhapatnam. It focuses on integrating modern technology with traditional postal services, offering digital kiosks and rapid parcel services. The first Gen-Z post office in India was opened at IIT Delhi.

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The Maharashtra government has imposed a complete ban on physical and mental punishment in schools, reinforcing Section 17 of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009. A new government resolution makes it clear that teachers, headmasters, and temporary or contractual staff cannot punish students under any circumstances. The order also prohibits verbal abuse, taunting, offensive language, and any behaviour causing psychological distress or inferiority among students. Discrimination based on academic performance, caste, religion, gender, language, disability, or socio-economic background will be treated as a punishable offence. Teachers are barred from non-academic communication with students through personal messages or social media.