India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Madhya Pradesh has declared 2026 as the “Year of Agriculture,” announced by Governor Mangu Bhai Patel. Agriculture budget increased from ₹600 crore in 2002-03 to over ₹27,000 crore in 2024-25. A multifaceted agricultural development model with 10 activities is being implemented, including technology transfer, income enhancement, natural farming, marketing, export, innovation, and digital transparency. e-Mandi scheme covers 259 markets with 40 lakh farmers registered. Animal husbandry and milk production are being promoted; cow shelter grants doubled and 1,200 new milk cooperatives formed.

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The first Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) under India’s Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) has been formed: National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu (NSHIP, TN). It is a 50:50 Joint Venture between VOC Port (GoI) and SIPCOT (State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu). The Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will create a roadmap for the Thoothukudi Greenfield Shipbuilding Cluster, access central funding, enable digital and technical infrastructure, and strengthen Centre–State–industry collaboration with global partners.

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Multiple major disasters in 2025 highlighted serious gaps in India’s disaster victim identification and management systems. In response, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) released India’s first comprehensive SOP for Mass Fatality Incidents (MFIs). The guidelines are titled “National Disaster Management Guidelines on Comprehensive Disaster Victim Identification and Management.” They aim to standardise procedures for identification, documentation, and dignified handling of victims during large-scale disasters.

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India has achieved a total renewable energy capacity of 272 gigawatts, as stated by the Minister for New and Renewable Energy in the Rajya Sabha. Solar energy capacity has grown sharply from 2.8 gigawatts to 136 gigawatts. India has now become the world’s third-largest renewable energy producer. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme is benefiting rural areas through solar pumps and solarised agriculture. Several states are seeking expansion of the scheme due to its success. India is leading globally in green hydrogen, with 21 projects producing 8,300 tonnes per year commissioned so far.

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Ministry of Culture is organising the inaugural function of 100 years of Ol Chiki script on 16 February 2026 in New Delhi. Government of India is releasing a commemorative coin and postage stamp to mark the centenary. Ol Chiki script was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu for Santhali language. Santhali was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India in 2003. The script has 30 letters designed to match Santhali phonetics accurately. Santhali is a tribal language of Austroasiatic family spoken in Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Assam and Bihar. The script helped standardise writing, education and literary growth of the language.

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The process of obtaining passports has been made easier for residents of Kutch district in Gujarat. The Regional Passport Office Ahmedabad launched a three-day Mobile Passport Van service in Bhuj from 25 February. The Mobile Passport Seva Van is a citizen-centric, doorstep initiative launched by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, aimed at improving last-mile delivery of passport services. It is specifically designed to assist residents in rural, remote, and underserved areas where Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) are not readily available, allowing them to apply for fresh or renewed passports without traveling to distant cities

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Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, announced the RailTech Policy and complete digitisation of the Railway Claims Tribunal (RCT). These are the third and fourth reforms under Indian Railways’ “52 Reforms in 52 Weeks” initiative. RailTech Policy aims to bring technology and innovation into Railways via startups, industry, and research institutions through a transparent framework. A dedicated RailTech Portal will allow innovators to submit proposals digitally; scale-up grants tripled, prototype grants doubled.

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Mumbai’s suburban district launched the ‘Saksham Skill Survey’, the first initiative of its kind in India, to assess the skills of youth aged 18–40 and enhance employability. The survey will cover 55,000 households in the H-West ward of Mumbai. Conducted door-to-door using AI, it will collect data on educational qualifications, skill interests, and training needs for employment. It is based on survey results, candidates will be provided a list of government-approved institutions and relevant courses. The aim is to train at least 15,000 candidates by next year and make 5,000 self-reliant through employment or entrepreneurship.

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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change launched an eco friendly Holi campaign under Environment Education Programme across Eco Clubs. The campaign promotes safe and sustainable celebrations in line with Mission LiFE. Students are trained to prepare natural colours from leafy vegetables, beetroot, turmeric and Palash flowers. These colours are chemical free, biodegradable and safe for people and environment. The initiative encourages practical learning and responsible festive practices. It highlights simple nature based solutions to make festivals vibrant and environmentally friendly.

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Tamil Nadu leads India in deceased organ donation under Transplant Authority of Tamil Nadu. The state recorded 57 deceased organ donors in the first two months of 2026, almost one per day. Tamil Nadu began a structured deceased organ donation system as early as 2008, ahead of many states. Though slowed during Covid years, the programme was later strengthened through coordination of policymakers, bureaucracy, technocrats, media and civil society. The model is now considered sustainable, based on scientific approach and strong ethical values.