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Government Schemes Current Affairs Quiz — Last 3 months

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Hardeep Singh Puri launches ₹23,731-crore GOBARdhan scheme for compressed biogas
Q1

What is the outlay of the GOBARdhan Central Sector Scheme for compressed biogas launched on 1 October 2026?

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Correct answer: D — ₹23,731 crore

The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 6 August 2026 with an outlay of ₹23,731 crore.

Q2 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the GOBARdhan scheme (2026): 1. It is a ten-year framework from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36. 2. It is implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

GOBARdhan provides a ten-year framework from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36 and was launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, not Jal Shakti.

Q3 Advanced

What administered price of compressed biogas is fixed under the GOBARdhan scheme?

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Correct answer: A — ₹2,110 per MMBtu

The scheme introduces an administered CBG price of ₹2,110 per MMBtu.

Q4 Advanced

Under GOBARdhan, the CBG procurement obligation on City Gas Distribution entities from FY 2028-29 onwards is:

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Correct answer: D — 5%

The CBG Obligation is 3% in FY 2026-27, 4% in FY 2027-28 and 5% from FY 2028-29 onwards.

Q5 Advanced

Under the GOBARdhan credit guarantee, what is the guarantee cap per project for women-led MSME CBG projects?

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Correct answer: A — ₹25 crore

The guarantee cap is ₹20 crore per project for general MSME projects and ₹25 crore for women-led MSME projects.

Punjab releases ₹1,262.54 crore to 36.87 lakh women as second instalment of Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna
Q6

The 'Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna', whose second instalment was released on 1 October 2026, belongs to which state?

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Correct answer: B — Punjab

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann released the second instalment of the Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna at Goindwal Sahib.

Q7 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the second instalment of Punjab's Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna (October 2026): 1. ₹1,262.54 crore was transferred to 36.87 lakh women. 2. The instalment covers October, November and December. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

₹1,262.54 crore went to 36.87 lakh women, and the instalment covers October–December together.

Bhupender Yadav launches guidelines for ₹767-crore National Coastal Mission 2.0
Q8

What is the approved outlay of National Coastal Mission 2.0, whose guidelines were launched in September 2026?

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Correct answer: B — ₹767 crore

NCM 2.0 is a Central Sector Scheme with an approved outlay of ₹767 crore, to be implemented till 2030-31.

Q9 Advanced

National Coastal Mission 2.0 will be implemented across how many coastal States and Union Territories?

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Correct answer: A — 9 States and 4 UTs

NCM 2.0 will be implemented till 2030-31 across nine coastal States and four Union Territories.

Bihar Cabinet approves Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026
Q10

Which state's Cabinet approved a 'Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026' on 30 September 2026, with its renewable energy development agency as nodal agency?

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Correct answer: A — Bihar

The Bihar Cabinet approved the draft Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026; BREDA is the nodal agency.

Q11 Advanced

The Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026 is aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which the Centre launched in which year?

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Correct answer: C — 2023

The Hindu reported the policy is in line with the National Green Hydrogen Mission launched by the Centre in 2023.

Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approves 20% horizontal reservation for former Agniveers and projects worth over ₹24,500 crore
Q12

In September 2026 the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approved how much horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in uniformed services?

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Correct answer: C — 20%

The MP Cabinet approved 20% horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in five uniformed services.

Q13 Advanced

Which four-lane road project worth ₹4,470.30 crore was approved by the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet on 29 September 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Damoh–Katni

The Cabinet approved the 105.10 km Damoh–Katni four-lane road at ₹4,470.30 crore.

Q14 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet decisions of 29 September 2026: 1. The Agniveer reservation covers forest guard and excise constable posts. 2. The Kanh Diversion Project in Ujjain was approved in view of Simhastha 2028. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: the quota covers police constable, SAF, jail guard, forest guard and excise constable posts, and the Kanh Diversion Project was approved in view of Simhastha 2028.

Lalan Singh launches Livestock Insurance Portal under the National Livestock Mission
Q15 Advanced

The Livestock Insurance Portal launched on 28 September 2026 operates under which scheme?

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Correct answer: B — National Livestock Mission

The portal serves the Livestock Insurance activity of the National Livestock Mission (NLM).

Q16

Who launched the Livestock Insurance Portal on 28 September 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh)

Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh) launched it, with MoS S.P. Singh Baghel present.

Amit Shah launches 'Vanitham She-Mart' shops and NCCF's 'Janah' products in Kollam, Keralam
Q17

In which city did Amit Shah inaugurate the 'Vanitham She-Mart' shops on 26 September 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Kollam

The She-Mart shops were inaugurated in Kollam, Keralam.

Q18 Advanced

Under which brand name did NCCF launch the sale of its products in Kollam on 26 September 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Janah

Amit Shah launched the sale of NCCF's 'Janah' products; 'Vanitham' is the name of the She-Mart shops.

Q19 Advanced

Consider the following statements made at the She-Mart launch in Kollam: 1. Women's labour-force participation has risen from 23% in 2014-15 to 40%. 2. The target is to make 10 crore women Lakhpati Didis by 2029. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: 3 crore women have become Lakhpati Didis and the target is 6 crore by 2029.

Bharat Taxi cooperative cab service launched in Uttar Pradesh across Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Kanpur and Prayagraj
Q20

Bharat Taxi, launched in Uttar Pradesh on 23 September 2026, works on which principle?

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Correct answer: B — Driver is the Owner

Bharat Taxi is a cooperative service based on the principle 'Driver is the Owner'.

Q21 Advanced

Which of the following cities was NOT among those where Bharat Taxi was launched in Uttar Pradesh on 23 September 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Agra

Bharat Taxi was launched in Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Kanpur and Prayagraj. Agra was not on the list.

Q22 Advanced

Bharat Taxi drivers are called by which name under the cooperative model?

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Correct answer: B — Saarthis

Bharat Taxi's drivers are called Saarthis; more than 10 lakh joined in six months.

Biometric Aadhaar Authentication made mandatory for subsidised domestic LPG refills from 1 October 2026
Q23

From which date is Biometric Aadhaar Authentication mandatory for booking subsidised domestic LPG refills?

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Correct answer: A — 1 October 2026

From 1 October 2026, consumers must have completed BAA to book subsidised refills at the regulated price.

Q24 Advanced

As per the Petroleum Ministry in September 2026, how many domestic LPG consumers had already completed Biometric Aadhaar Authentication?

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Correct answer: B — 27.43 crore (89.9%)

27.43 crore consumers, or 89.9%, had already completed authentication.

Q25 Advanced

Which of the following is NOT listed by the Petroleum Ministry as a way to complete Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for LPG?

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Correct answer: D — At the nearest post office

The ministry listed delivery time, the distributor's showroom and OMC mobile apps; post offices were not listed.

Q26 Advanced

Consider the following about Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) for LPG: 1. Consumers who have already completed BAA need not do it again. 2. One aim is to prevent diversion of subsidised domestic cylinders to commercial and industrial use. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as per the Petroleum Ministry release of 19 September 2026.

DDU-GKY 2.0 training batches to start in October 2026; 34,920 rural youth in first batches
Q27

How many rural youth will begin training in October 2026 under DDU-GKY 2.0 in the first 14 States/UTs?

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Correct answer: C — 34,920

1,164 batches with 34,920 rural youth will start training in October 2026.

Q28 Advanced

What is the duration of training under DDU-GKY, as stated by the Rural Development Ministry?

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Correct answer: A — 3 to 12 months

DDU-GKY training lasts from 3 months to 12 months.

Q29 Advanced

By when are 3,57,112 rural youth to be trained under DDU-GKY 2.0 in the first 14 States/UTs?

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Correct answer: B — 31 December 2027

The sanctioned target is 3,57,112 rural youth by 31 December 2027 in these 14 States/UTs.

Q30 Advanced

Consider the following about DDU-GKY 2.0: 1. DDU-GKY is a Central Sector Scheme fully funded by the Centre. 2. 24 States/UTs have allocated 5.6 lakh targets to more than 1,200 projects on the DDU-GKY 2.0 portal. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

Only 2 is correct. DDU-GKY is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, not a Central Sector Scheme.

PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 20th Rozgar Mela
Q31

Which edition of the Rozgar Mela was held on 19 September 2026, where PM Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters?

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Correct answer: C — 20th

PM Modi distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters at the 20th Rozgar Mela.

Q32

Roughly how many appointment letters were distributed at the 20th Rozgar Mela on 19 September 2026?

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Correct answer: A — More than 51,000

More than 51,000 appointment letters were distributed to newly appointed youth.

Q33 Advanced

As per PM Modi at the 20th Rozgar Mela, the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana aims to bring how many youth into the formal workforce for the first time?

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Correct answer: D — 2 crore

The ₹1 lakh crore scheme aims to bring 2 crore youth into the formal workforce for the first time.

Q34 Advanced

Consider the following statements made by PM Modi at the 20th Rozgar Mela: 1. India is the world's third-largest startup ecosystem. 2. India has Free Trade Agreements with about 10 countries. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. PM Modi said FTAs with about 40 countries are opening new opportunities, not 10.

PM Vishwakarma completes three years with 30 lakh artisans registered; anniversary held in Kolkata
Q35

How many beneficiaries had registered under PM Vishwakarma by its third anniversary in September 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 30 lakh

30 lakh beneficiaries had registered; around 24.50 lakh had received basic skill training.

Q36 Advanced

In which city did the Ministry of MSME celebrate the third anniversary of PM Vishwakarma on 17 September 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Kolkata

The anniversary was celebrated at Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Kolkata; West Bengal joined the scheme in May 2026.

Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan has reached 34.54 crore citizens, says Social Justice Ministry
Q37

How many citizens has the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan reached, according to the Social Justice Ministry on 14 September 2026?

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Correct answer: D — 34.54 crore

The NMBA has reached 34.54 crore citizens, including over 13.70 crore youth and 10.64 crore women.

Q38 Advanced

Under which plan does the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment give financial assistance to States for drug demand reduction?

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Correct answer: A — NAPDDR

Financial assistance to States and UTs is given under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR).

Q39 Advanced

Consider the following about the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA): 1. It was launched on 15 August 2020 in 272 districts identified as most vulnerable. 2. It has been implemented in all districts of the country since 15 August 2023. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. The NMBA began on 15 August 2020 in 272 most vulnerable districts and was extended to all districts from 15 August 2023.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0 with a GIS-based 'Land Stack' and Bhu-Aadhaar
Q40

How many digits does the Bhu-Aadhaar (ULPIN) to be assigned to every land parcel under DILRMP 3.0 have?

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Correct answer: D — 14

DILRMP 3.0 assigns a 14-digit Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (Bhu-Aadhaar) to every land parcel.

Q41 Advanced

What is the outlay of DILRMP 3.0 for the period 2026–2031?

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Correct answer: A — ₹565.50 crore

DILRMP 3.0 is a Central Sector Scheme with an outlay of ₹565.50 crore for 2026–2031.

Q42 Advanced

Under DILRMP 3.0, high-footfall Sub-Registrar Offices will be upgraded into 'Registration Seva Kendras' modelled on which existing service?

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Correct answer: D — Passport Seva Kendras

75 high-footfall Sub-Registrar Offices will become Registration Seva Kendras inspired by Passport Seva Kendras.

Q43 Advanced

Consider the following about DILRMP 3.0: 1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with 60:40 cost sharing between the Centre and States. 2. It will accelerate the NAKSHA pilot for GIS-based urban land records. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

Only statement 2 is correct. DILRMP 3.0 is a Central Sector Scheme with 100% central funding, and it accelerates the NAKSHA urban land mapping pilot.

9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 launched in Varanasi with the theme 'Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari'
Q44

What is the theme of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, launched in Varanasi on 9 September 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari

The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah runs under the theme 'Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari'.

Q45 Advanced

Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, launched on 9 September 2026, is which edition of the campaign?

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Correct answer: D — 9th

The Ministry launched the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah in Varanasi.

Q46 Advanced

According to Union Minister Annpurna Devi at the Poshan Maah 2026 launch, about how many Anganwadi Centres deliver services across India?

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Correct answer: C — Over 14 lakh

She said over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres serve over 7.5 crore children and 1.10 crore pregnant and lactating women.

Q47 Advanced

Consider the following about POSHAN Abhiyaan, under which Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed: 1. It was launched by PM Narendra Modi on 8 March 2018 at Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. 2. Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed every year in March. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. POSHAN Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission) was launched at Jhunjhunu on 8 March 2018; Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed in September.

Corporate Mitra course starts with 2,879 learners in first batch
Q48 Advanced

The Corporate Mitra initiative, whose first course batch began in September 2026, was announced in which document?

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Correct answer: B — Union Budget 2026-27

Corporate Mitra was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to create certified paraprofessionals for MSME compliance.

Q49 Advanced

Which of the following bodies is NOT one of the three professional institutes running the Corporate Mitra course?

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Correct answer: C — Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India

The course is run by ICAI, ICSI and ICoAI under MCA guidance, with support from IIT Madras, IIT Madras Pravartak and SWAYAM Plus.

NAMASTE cards distributed to waste pickers in Delhi's Najafgarh zone
Q50

What does NAMASTE, the scheme under which cards were given to waste pickers in Delhi in September 2026, stand for?

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Correct answer: D — National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem

NAMASTE stands for National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem.

Cabinet approves 'Samudra Manthan' National Offshore Exploration Scheme with Rs 84,084 crore outlay
Q51

In July 2026 the Union Cabinet approved 'Samudra Manthan'. What is this scheme about?

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Correct answer: D — National offshore oil and gas exploration

Samudra Manthan is the National Offshore Exploration Scheme of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, approved on 31 July 2026.

Q52

What is the approved outlay of the Samudra Manthan scheme approved in July 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Rs 84,084 crore

The Cabinet approved Samudra Manthan with an outlay of Rs 84,084 crore for implementation up to FY 2030–31.

Q53 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Samudra Manthan scheme (July 2026): 1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented through state governments. 2. It is expected to catalyse reserve accretion of over 600 MMTOE. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 2 only

Samudra Manthan is a Central Sector Scheme (not Centrally Sponsored) of the Petroleum Ministry; it is expected to catalyse reserve accretion of over 600 MMTOE.

Q54 Advanced

The 'Samudra Manthan' scheme approved in July 2026 translates a vision first articulated by the Prime Minister on which occasion?

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Correct answer: D — Independence Day 2025 from the Red Fort

The scheme translates the Prime Minister's vision, articulated from the Red Fort on Independence Day 2025, of a modern-day Samudra Manthan.

Cabinet approves PM Surya Sarovar Yojana for 5,000 MW floating solar with storage, outlay Rs 5,070 crore
Q55

The 'Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana' approved by the Cabinet in July 2026 is meant for which type of projects?

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Correct answer: D — Floating solar PV projects with energy storage

PM-SSY is a scheme for Floating Solar Photovoltaic projects with Energy Storage Systems.

Q56

How much floating solar capacity does PM Surya Sarovar Yojana (July 2026) aim to develop?

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Correct answer: C — 5,000 MW

The scheme envisages 5,000 MW of floating solar PV with co-located storage of 10,000 MWh.

Q57 Advanced

Under PM Surya Sarovar Yojana, what Central Financial Assistance is given for eligible floating solar projects after commissioning?

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Correct answer: A — Rs 1 crore per MW

CFA of Rs 1 crore per MW is provided after successful commissioning; up to Rs 50 lakh per project is separately available for feasibility studies.

Q58 Advanced

Which institution estimated India's floating solar potential at about 102.18 GWp, cited in the PM-SSY Cabinet approval of July 2026?

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Correct answer: D — National Institute of Solar Energy

The approval followed an assessment by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), which estimated floating solar potential of about 102.18 GWp.

Cabinet approves continuation of PM-KISAN from 2026-27 to 2030-31 with Rs 3.15 lakh crore
Q59

In July 2026 the Union Cabinet approved continuation of PM-KISAN up to which year?

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Correct answer: C — 2030-31

The Cabinet approved continuation of PM-KISAN from 2026–27 to 2030–31.

Q60

What financial outlay was approved in July 2026 for continuing PM-KISAN for 2026–27 to 2030–31?

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Correct answer: B — Rs 3.15 lakh crore

A total financial outlay of Rs 3.15 lakh crore was approved for the scheme for this period.

Q61 Advanced

Consider the following statements about PM-KISAN as per the Cabinet release of July 2026: 1. Eligible farmer families receive Rs 6,000 a year in three equal instalments. 2. The scheme was launched in February 2019. 3. Women make up about half of all beneficiaries. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only

PM-KISAN was launched in February 2019 and gives Rs 6,000 a year in three equal instalments; nearly one out of every four beneficiaries (not half) is a woman farmer.

Q62 Advanced

As per the July 2026 Cabinet release, how many instalments of PM-KISAN had been released, transferring over Rs 4.47 lakh crore?

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Correct answer: C — 23

More than Rs 4.47 lakh crore has been transferred to farmers through 23 instalments; the 23rd instalment benefited over 9.49 crore farmers.

Cabinet approves revamped Khelo India Scheme and enhanced aid to sports federations with Rs 36,441 crore
Q63

What is the combined outlay approved in July 2026 for the revamped Khelo India Scheme and enhanced Assistance to National Sports Federations for 2026–31?

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Correct answer: B — Rs 36,441 crore

The Cabinet approved a combined outlay of Rs 36,441 crore for 2026–27 to 2030–31.

Q64 Advanced

Under the revamped Khelo India Scheme (July 2026), which two new initiatives were introduced to strengthen school sports?

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Correct answer: A — Khelo India Feeder Schools and Khelo India Utkrishta Vidyalayas

The scheme introduced Khelo India Feeder Schools (KIFS) and Khelo India Utkrishta Vidyalayas (KIUV) to integrate sports with education.

Q65 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the revamped Khelo India Scheme approved in July 2026: 1. Its outlay is nearly eight times that of the previous Khelo India Scheme. 2. It creates a new category called Emerging Khelo India Athletes (E-KIAs). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

PIB states the outlay is nearly eight times the previous scheme and that a new Emerging Khelo India Athletes (E-KIAs) category is created.

MP CM Mohan Yadav distributes Rs 300 crore loans to self-help groups at Thandla, Jhabua
Q66

On 31 July 2026 MP CM Mohan Yadav distributed loans worth how much to self-help groups across the state?

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Correct answer: C — Rs 300 crore

He distributed Rs 300 crore in loans to SHGs across the state under the MP State Rural Livelihood Mission.

Q67

The state-level SHG loan distribution programme of Madhya Pradesh on 31 July 2026 was held at Thandla in which district?

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Correct answer: D — Jhabua

The programme was held at Thandla in Jhabua district.

Telangana announces pensions for all thalassemia and sickle cell anaemia patients from 15 August
Q68

In July 2026 which state announced pensions for all thalassemia and sickle cell anaemia patients from 15 August 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Telangana

Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy announced pensions for all thalassemia and sickle cell anaemia patients from 15 August.

Punjab expands Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojana to Khatu Shyam, Salasar, Vrindavan and Rishikesh
Q69

In July 2026 the Punjab government expanded which scheme to include free pilgrimages to Khatu Shyam, Salasar and Vrindavan?

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Correct answer: A — Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojana

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the expansion of the Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojana from 1 August 2026.

MNRE's New Solar Power Scheme under PM-JANMAN and DAJGUA gives 100% central aid to electrify PVTG and tribal habitations
Q70 Advanced

What share of central financial assistance is provided under MNRE's New Solar Power Scheme for PVTG and tribal habitations?

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Correct answer: D — 100%

The New Solar Power Scheme under PM-JANMAN and DAJGUA has provision of 100% Central Financial Assistance for its components.

Q71 Advanced

Under the New Solar Power Scheme for PVTG and tribal habitations, what capacity of off-grid solar system is provided per household?

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Correct answer: A — 0.3 kW

Each household gets a 0.3 kW solar off-grid system, with assistance of Rs 50,000 or actual cost, whichever is lower.

Bihar Cabinet approves filling 22,891 anganwadi posts and Bihar Sports Policy 2026
Q72 Advanced

How many anganwadi worker and helper posts did the Bihar Cabinet approve filling on 29 July 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 22,891

The Cabinet approved filling 22,891 posts – 6,141 anganwadi workers and 16,750 helpers – under ICDS.

Q73 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Bihar Cabinet meeting of 29 July 2026: 1. It was chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. 2. It approved the Bihar Sports Policy 2026. 3. Most of the anganwadi posts approved are for anganwadi workers rather than helpers. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only

CM Samrat Choudhary chaired the meeting, which approved the Bihar Sports Policy 2026. Helpers (16,750) far outnumber workers (6,141) among the 22,891 posts.

Rajasthan transfers Rs 250 crore via DBT for school uniforms to 40 lakh students; launches Mission Padho Rajasthan campaign
Q74

On Guru Purnima 2026, the Rajasthan government transferred Rs 250 crore via DBT to over 40 lakh students of Classes 1–8 for what purpose?

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Correct answer: B — Free school uniforms

CM Bhajanlal Sharma transferred Rs 250 crore through DBT for free school uniforms to more than 40 lakh students of Classes 1–8 at Khedli Gurjar, Bharatpur.

Haryana Cabinet approves 100% motor vehicle tax exemption for EVs up to Rs 30 lakh
Q75 Advanced

In July 2026 Haryana approved a 100% motor vehicle tax exemption for new electric vehicles up to what ex-showroom price?

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Correct answer: C — Rs 30 lakh

EVs up to Rs 30 lakh get 100% exemption; those above Rs 30 lakh get 50%. Rs 20 lakh is the ceiling for the 1% rebate on women-owned vehicles.

Q76 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Haryana's July 2026 motor vehicle tax decisions: 1. Electric vehicles costing above Rs 30 lakh get a 50% exemption. 2. The earlier 20% rebate for CNG vehicles has been withdrawn. 3. A 1% rebate applies to vehicles registered in the name of women. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 3 only

EVs above Rs 30 lakh get 50% exemption and women-owned vehicles get a 1% rebate. The 20% rebate for CNG vehicles continues.

Delhi Cabinet approves Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Rs 2,500 a month for eligible women
Q77

How much monthly assistance will eligible women get under the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana approved in July 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Rs 2,500

The Delhi Cabinet approved the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana providing Rs 2,500 a month to eligible women.

Q78 Advanced

The Delhi Lakshmi Yojana was earlier announced under which name?

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Correct answer: A — Mahila Samriddhi Yojana

The scheme was earlier announced as the Mahila Samriddhi Yojana before being renamed the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana.

Meghalaya Cabinet approves Electric Vehicle Policy 2026
Q79

Under the Meghalaya Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 approved in July 2026, what purchase incentive will EV buyers get?

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Correct answer: C — ₹25,000

Buyers get an incentive of ₹25,000 along with a complete waiver of registration charges.

Q80 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Meghalaya's EV Policy 2026: 1. It fully waives vehicle registration fees for EV buyers. 2. Additional incentives are linked to a vehicle-scrapping certificate. 3. It is Meghalaya's first-ever EV policy. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is wrong: Meghalaya adopted its first EV policy in 2021 for five years, and the 2026 policy succeeds it.