India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The Supreme Court of India has directed the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to consider mandatory front-of-package warning labels (FOPL) on packaged foods high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat. FSSAI was established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. It functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. FSSAI is responsible for setting food standards and regulating manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import of food. It ensures the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption.

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Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry facilitated export of 0.5 metric tonne of Geographical Indication tagged Salem Sago from Tamil Nadu to Canada. This was the first direct export by Geographical Indication Authorised User SAGOSERVE after receiving Geographical Indication tag in March 2023. Tamil Nadu is the largest producer of tapioca sago, also called sabudhana, and Salem is the hub of sago and starch industry.

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The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government is working to make the state a ‘green state’ through large scale sapling plantations. The ‘Green Choupal’ initiative engages public participation in more than 15,000 villages through monthly Gram Sabha meetings led by Gram Pradhans. It was launched by Uttar Pradesh government. Over the past nine years, more than 242 crore saplings have been planted, increasing forest cover by 559.19 sq km according to India State of Forest Report 2023.

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The Government of Uttar Pradesh has launched Project GANGA (Government Assisted Network for Growth & Advancement) to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to over 2 million households within 2–3 years. An Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the State Transformation Commission (STC) and One OTT Entertainment Limited (OIL) in Lucknow. The project aims to expand digital connectivity in rural and semi-urban areas and generate over 1 lakh jobs. Around 8,000–10,000 Digital Service Providers (DSPs) will be developed at the Nyaya Panchayat level to deliver broadband and digital services in villages.

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V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority became the first Indian port to launch the Digital Twin initiative for port management on 23 February 2026. Digital Twin creates a real-time virtual replica of the port’s infrastructure, assets, and maritime ecosystem for enhanced visibility, predictive analytics, and data-driven decision-making. Features include real-time monitoring of berth occupancy, vessel movements, crane utilisation, yard capacity, predictive maintenance, and berth/traffic optimisation. It supports energy and emissions tracking, scenario simulation, and “what-if” modelling for peak demand and operational disruptions.

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The Central Adoption Resource Authority recently issued nationwide directions to strengthen adoption procedures, safeguard records, and protect children’s identity. Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It gained statutory status through Section 68 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. It regulates adoption of orphan, abandoned, and surrendered children through recognised adoption agencies.

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The Ministry of Ayush launched the “Desh ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyan” campaign to create awareness about ‘Prakriti’ in Ayurveda. The campaign aimed to assess individuals’ Prakriti for a positive approach towards their health. Assessment was conducted via a mobile application developed with guidance from Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), a unit of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), following Ayurveda principles. More than 1,40,69,556 Indian citizens aged 18+ have undergone Prakriti assessment with the support of 1,85,704 volunteers including students, teachers, practitioners, and medical officers.

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RISA: Timeless Tribal is a premium national brand launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to promote and preserve India’s tribal crafts, textiles, and embroidery. The scheme is implemented by TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) to support Vocal for Local and the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative by adding value to tribal products. The brand aims to showcase India’s indigenous craftsmanship in both domestic and international premium markets, positioning tribal products as high-end and globally competitive.

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The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has launched the VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign in collaboration with the MY Bharat portal to promote active participation of rural youth in development activities. The campaign aims to channel the energy, creativity, and innovation of young people towards rural development, employment generation, and strengthening local livelihoods. It seeks to make youth active partners in nation-building by providing a digital platform where they can showcase developmental progress and innovative practices in their villages.

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Tele-MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States) has established 53 cells across 36 States and Union Territories and provides services in 20 languages. The helpline has handled more than 34.34 lakh calls, reflecting its wide reach and usage. The Tele-MANAS mobile application was launched on 10 October 2024 by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to provide comprehensive mental health support from well-being to disorders. The programme provides multiple referrals including counselling, clinical evaluation, Mental Health Professionals (MHPs – Mental Health Professionals), and emergency psychiatric care.