India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to send early monsoon forecasts to farmers. Nearly 3.8 crore farmers across 13 states received AI-based weather forecasts via SMS through the m-Kisan platform. m-Kisan is an SMS-based platform that delivers agricultural advisories and services directly to farmers. It enables Central and State government organisations to send messages in farmers’ local languages. The portal considers farmers’ location and preferred agricultural practices while delivering advisories. It is designed to provide guidance on crops, weather, market updates, and government schemes.

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Organisations of the Moran community in Assam have started an “economic blockade” in Tinsukia district to demand Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. The Morans are among six communities, along with Tea Tribes (Adivasi), Motok, Tai Ahom, Chutia, and Koch-Rajbongshi, pressing for ST recognition. The Moran are an indigenous tribe of Assam and considered one of the region’s aboriginal groups. Historically, they led the Moamoria Rebellion in the 18th century against the Ahom monarchy. They once spoke their own Moran language, related to Dimasa, but now mainly speak Assamese. They are concentrated in Upper Assam, especially Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, and Sivasagar.

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) launched a new e-sign feature on its ECINET portal and app. The feature allows citizens to verify their identity using Aadhaar-linked phone numbers. ECINET is a unified digital platform by the ECI to streamline and simplify electoral processes. It serves as a single-point interface for all election-related services. The platform integrates over 40 existing mobile and web applications, including Voter Helpline App, cVIGIL, and Suvidha 2.0. The new e-sign feature enhances digital verification, simplifies voter services, and strengthens secure access on ECINET.

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The Centre announced 100 Aspirational Agriculture Districts under Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) across 29 states and Union Territories (UTs). Uttar Pradesh has the highest number with 12 districts, followed by Maharashtra (9), Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan (8 each), and Bihar (7). Other states and UTs have districts ranging from 1–4 each, with Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, and Uttarakhand having 2 districts each. Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) aims to enhance agricultural productivity, crop diversification, sustainable practices, post-harvest storage, irrigation, and credit access.

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In October 2025, the Gujarat government declared 2025 as the “Year of Urban Development”. The declaration commemorates 20 years since the launch of the Well-Planned City Development Project by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi in 2005. Gujarat has sanctioned Rs. 8,220 crores for urban development, including the Vikas Path initiative. During the celebrations, Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC) was awarded “Cleanest City”. Surat, Gujarat, received the First Nirmal Gujarat Award for outstanding urban sanitation and development achievements. The initiative aims to promote sustainable, well-planned, and citizen-friendly urban infrastructure across the state.

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India’s female labour force participation rate has risen from 23% in 2017-18 to about 42% in 2023-24, as per the Ministry of Labour and Employment. World Bank data shows India has seen the highest rise in women’s workforce participation among BRICS nations in the last decade. The rise reflects India’s progress in women’s economic inclusion through policies promoting skills, credit, and formal employment. The government introduced women-centric measures like 730 days Child Care Leave, 180 days maternity leave, exam fee exemption, and same-station posting for spouses. One Stop Centres provide medical, legal, and psychological help to women facing violence. Women’s empowerment is seen as a key driver for Viksit Bharat 2047.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the establishment of a new National Security Guard (NSG) hub at Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh on October 14, 2025. This will join the six existing NSG hubs in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Jammu, where commandos are stationed 24×7. NSG commandos at Ayodhya will be ready to respond immediately to terrorist threats in their zone. The government will focus on continuous training, sharing best practices, and ensuring physical fitness of NSG and State anti-terror units. NSG has surveyed over 770 critical locations and created a data bank for counter-terror planning.

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The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet decided to procure Kodo and Kutki millets from farmers for the first time under the Rani Durgavati Shree-Ann Protsahan Yojana. Procurement will focus on major production districts: Jabalpur, Katni, Mandla, Dindori, Chhindwara, Shahdol, Anuppur, Umaria, Rewa, Sidhi, and Singrauli, with expansion based on demand. Shri Ann Federation will procure approximately 30,000 metric tonnes for Kharif 2025, Kutki at ₹3,500/quintal and Kodo at ₹2,500/quintal, supported by an interest-free Rs 80 crore loan from the State Price Stabilization Fund. Farmers will receive ₹1,000/quintal incentive via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

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The Shramjeevi Organisation will hold a two-day protest with silent fasts and symbolic lamps to highlight the plight of the Katkari Tribe. The protest demands land rights, unpaid wages, and dignity for this marginalised community. The Katkari Tribe is a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) found mainly in Pune, Raigad, and Thane districts of Maharashtra and parts of Gujarat. Traditionally, they were forest dwellers known for making Katha (Catechu) from the Khair tree (Acacia catechu).

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Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025 tabled by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criminalises polygamy. Offence attracts up to 7 years jail and fine, 10 years if a person hides an existing marriage; punishment doubles for repeat offenders. Law applies statewide except Sixth Schedule areas; Scheduled Tribes under Article 342 are exempt due to customary laws allowing multiple marriages.