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| 701. |
Which state government launched 'Anna Canteens', meals at just Rs 5? |
| Answer» Andhra Pradesh government launched 60 'Anna' canteens serving breakfast, lunch and dinner at just ?5, in nearly 25 municipalities across the state in the first phase, and will be run by Akshaya Patra Foundation. Chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated a canteen in Vijayawada. In the second phase of the project worth ?83 crore, another 103 canteens would be inaugurated by August 15. | |
| 702. |
Which state Government bans the use of plastic and thermocol cutlery? |
| Answer» Himachal Pradesh was the first state in the country to ban plastic and polythene carry bags in 2009. According to the ban, breach of the law shall be liable for the penalty ranging from Rs 500 to Rs 25,000. There would be a stop for commercial establishments to vendors of using cups, plates, glasses, spoons or any other items made out of thermocol or plastic in the state. | |
| 703. |
Which state government has constituted Heritage Cabinet to preserve the history and culture of state? |
| Answer» The Odisha Government has constituted Heritage Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to preserve the history and culture of Odisha. The Heritage Cabinet will maintain coordination between the institutions and departments working to preserve and spread Odia language, culture and literature. It will also prepare policies, and prepare and approve short-term and long-term plans. The Cabinet comprises eight members, including the Chief Minister. While the Chief Secretary will be Secretary of Heritage Cabinet, secretary in the department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture will be its convenor. The secretaries of all the departments concerned will be special invitees. | |
| 704. |
Which state government approves over Rs 7,000 crore for water projects? |
| Answer» Maharashtra state minister informed that Maharashtra govt. has approved over Rs 7,000 crore to fulfill the drinking water projects in scarcity hit regions. The government has approved Rs 7,952 crore to finish 6,624 water projects in 10,583 villages under the National Rural Drinking Water Scheme. The government has aimed to provide water supply to all regions and villages that are perennially drought-hit and also to finish the project in Konkan, Nashik, Aurangabad, Amravati, Nagpur and Pune divisions. Around 6,500 projects have already been completed in the last four years by spending Rs 5,500 crore. | |
| 705. |
Which state will soon get world's cheapest clean drinking water through the concept of 'Sulabh Sauchalya' by Sulabh International Ltd? |
| Answer» Sulabh International introduced the concept of 'Sulabh Sauchalya' in India, which is cost-effective innovative water project to provide the cheapest drinking water in the world, only in 50paisa/litre. The first of such a water project was launched in Bihar's Darbhanga district, Haribol Pond. The 'Sulabh Jal' project converts contaminated pond and river water into safe drinking water. The total cost of installing this project would cost around Rs 20 lakhs. The Sulabh International Social Service Organisation (SISSO) and the French companies installed Rs 20-lakh pond-based water treatment plant in Madhusudan Kanti Village of North 24 Parganas district, located some 100 km from Kolkata. | |
| 706. |
With which state, ISRO join hands to set up telemedicine centre in the state? |
| Answer» The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) joined hands with J&K's Directorate of Health Services-Kashmir (DHS-K) to set up a telemedicine center at an altitude of 12,700 feet to provide service to pilgrims en route to the Amarnath shrine. The Panjtarni Base Camp Hospital on the Pahalgam cave shrine route will provide real-time treatment for high-altitude and other ailments that pilgrims frequently face in the region. An Intensive Care Unit will be set up to handle critically ill patients. The country's top hospitals like Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, (PGIMER), Chandigarh; the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi; the Sheri Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar, etc. will be available through the telemedicine facility. | |
| 707. |
OPPI launched ThinkforHealth digital campaign in collaboration with this state government. |
| Answer» Industry body Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) launched a digital campaign, ThinkForHealth, calling for ideas to improve access to healthcare in india. The initiative has been launched with partnership of Telangana government. This will provide a platform for young minds and social and health-tech entrepreneurs to share their ideas on the topics mentioned and 3 winners would be chosen and their ideas would be heard. | |
| 708. |
The Education Department of which state launched 'I am not afraid of English' initiative from Class 1 in the state's primary schools? |
| Answer» A booklet containing 1,000 sentences/phrases (200 sentences per grade for all the five grades) has been prepared at the primary level of schooling. One JBT (junior basic teacher) and one BRP (Block Resource Person) per block has been trained. Students learn one sentence every day (minimum 20 per month for 10 months) in each class. Six language labs have been established in selected model Sanskriti schools in the state to improve listening and speaking skills. | |
| 709. |
India's 1st skill training centre will come up in __________. |
| Answer» Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan laid the foundation stone of India's first National Skill Training Institute in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. The proposed institute will impart training to trainers and create a skill-based ecosystem to meet the industry demands. The Institute costing Rs 160 crore will come up over five acres of land and have state-of-the-art facilities. | |
| 710. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the Foundation Stone of the Poorvanchal Expressway in which state? |
| Answer» The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi laid the Foundation Stone of the Poorvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh. It is a 340 kilometer long that would provide swifter connectivity between Delhi and Ghazipur. The expressway will be linked with the 302 km-long Lucknow-Agra Expressway and 165 km-long Yamuna Expressway from Agra to Delhi. The total network of expressways will be over 800 km after completion. | |
| 711. |
This state plans to set up five tech innovation hubs. |
| Answer» Karnataka's first 'K-Tech Innovation Hub' was inaugurated in Belagavi by K J George, Karnataka Minister for IT/BT & ST. The K-Tech Innovation Hub backed by providing space and infrastructure, prototyping facilities and a world-class innovation network. The K-Tech Innovation hub leverages the globally connected ecosystem & brings infrastructure similar to the MIT Fab Lab to Belagavi. | |
| 712. |
Which state introduced the Online Pension Management System? |
| Answer» Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh announced a Chhattisgarh Online Pension Management System (OPMS). E-payment to e-procurement to provide internet to every village has been done. It is under e-governance, fulfilling the dream of Digital India plan of India and Digital Chhattisgarh. The Chhattisgarh OPMS has launched an app called "Abhar aapki sewa ka". Through this application, 80,000 pensioners of the state will now get all the information related to pension and payment online. | |
| 713. |
According to the Public Affairs Index 2018, which is the best-governed state in the country? |
| Answer» According to the Public Affairs Index 2018, Kerala is the best-governed state in the country, released by a Bengaluru think-tank, Public Affairs Centre. As per the report, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat are among the top five states delivering good governance. Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Odisha ranked the lowest on the index, indicating higher social and economic inequalities. | |
| 714. |
The police department of this state plans to set up Digital Armies to counter fake news. |
| Answer» Uttar Pradesh police have planned to set up 'Digital Armies' of the outstanding residents to keep a vigil on inflammatory posts and rumour-mongering. The aim is to restrict the incidents of violence due to the fake news on social media. As part of the initiative, all the 1,469 police stations in the State will have a WhatsApp group consisting of 250 volunteers including ex-servicemen, teachers, doctors, advocates and journalists. These group will, in turn, be connected to the group monitored byU.P. Director General of Police. This initiation comes in the wake of the Central government's directions to take effective steps to stop the spread of the rumours and fake news. | |
| 715. |
The 1st Meeting of India-Bangladesh Joint Committee On Border Haats concluded in which state? |
| Answer» The first meeting of the India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on Border Haats concluded in Agartala, Tripura. During the two day meeting, both sides noted the positive impact of Border Haats on the livelihoods of the people living in areas adjoining the Haats. Extensive discussions were held on issues related to review of operations of the four functional Border Haats and suggestions for improvement, timeline for setting up the six additional Border Haats that had earlier been agreed to by both sides and the roadmap for further expansion of Border Haats. | |
| 716. |
This state made Yoga mandatory for all Colleges and Universities, recently. |
| Answer» The Karnataka government has made Yoga mandatory for all colleges and universities in the State. It was decided at a meeting of Vice-chancellors and other officials of state universities which was chaired by State Higher Education Minister G T Devegowda. According to the officials, all government, aided and private degree colleges in the state must conduct yoga for 20-minutes. It also said that a proposal to recruit 5,000 teaching staff has been approved by the Chief Minister and the Finance Department of the State. | |
| 717. |
Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha inaugurated Regional Rail Training Institute in which state? |
| Answer» Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha inaugurated Regional Rail Training Institute (RRTI) in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha inaugurated Regional Rail Training Institute (RRTI) in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. RRTI was built at a the cost of Rs 21 crore. It has modern training facilities, an advanced model hostel, computer room, cafeteria and other necessary facilities. | |
| 718. |
How many states launched the Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2018, recently? |
| Answer» Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand launched Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2018 (SSG-2018), which was announced by Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation on July 13, 2018. Under the SSG 2018, an independent survey agency will conduct survey in all districts from August 1 - 31, 2018 on the basis of sanitation (Swachhata) parameters. The top performing states and districts would be awarded on October 2, 2018, ie., birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. As part of Swachh Survekshan Grameen, 6980 villages in 698 districts across India will be covered. | |
| 719. |
According to the report of 'The Institute For Energy Economics and Financial Analysis', which state has emerged as the leading state for generating renewable energy? |
| Answer» According to the report of 'The Institute For Energy Economics and Financial Analysis' (IEEFA), Karnataka has emerged as the leading state for generating renewable energy in India this year, with a total installed capacity of 12.3 gigawatts (GW), as of March 2018. Tamil Nadu ranks second in producing Renewable Energy. The world's largest solar park was set up at an investment of Rs 16,500 crore at Pavagada in Karnataka's Tumakuru district. This 2,000 MW park is named as 'Shakti Sthala'. | |
| 720. |
This state government launched Green Mahanadi Mission to stop soil erosion on river banks and recharge the groundwater reserve. |
| Answer» Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik launched the 'Green Mahanadi Mission'. The CM launched the mission by planting a sapling on the bank of river Mahanadi during his visit to Boudh and Subarnapur districts in western Odisha. The 'Green Mahanadi Mission' is a plantation drive under which 2 crore saplings will be planted along the Mahanadi river and its tributaries. The main objective of the mission is to stop soil erosion on river banks and recharge the groundwater reserve. | |
| 721. |
The Tourism Development Corporation of which state Launches country's 1st State-Run All-Woman Hotel? |
| Answer» The hotel named 'Hostess' was launched by Kerala Tourism minister Kadakampally Surendran. A flagship project of the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC). The hotel will come up within six months at the KTDC complex. Work on India's public sector hotel run entirely by women for women is claimed to be the first such in the country. The project was a 'milestone initiative' of KTDC, considering its purpose, security features and facilities of global standards at affordable rates. | |
| 722. |
Which state government has released the draft state Forest Policy that aims to conserve forests and wildlife, ecosystems, and climate change mitigation? |
| Answer» Tamilnadu government has released the draft state Forest Policy that aims to conserve forests and wildlife, ecosystems, and climate change mitigation etc. It was released by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami. It aims to increase forest cover, protect wetlands and other waterbodies in Tamil Nadu.The objectives are conservation of biodiversity, wildlife, rehabiliation and restoration of degraded forests, coastal ecosystem conservation etc. The policy includes engagement of local tribal communities in protection, conservation and wildlife management. | |
| 723. |
Which become the first State in the country to implement the national policy on biofuels? |
| Answer» Rajasthan has become the first State in the country to implement the national policy on biofuels unveiled by the Centre this year. The desert State will lay emphasis on increasing production of oilseeds and establish a Centre for Excellence in Udaipur to promote research in the fields of alternative fuels and energy resources. The policy on biofuels seeks to help farmers dispose of their surplus stock in an economic manner and reduce the country's oil import dependence. | |
| 724. |
Which state government passed an 'Urban Sanitation and Cleanliness Policy' for better management of solid and liquid waste in cities? |
| Answer» The Gujarat government came out with an 'Urban Sanitation and Cleanliness Policy' for better management of solid and liquid waste in cities. Among other things, the policy aims at complete abolition of manual scavenging. A system to convert solid waste into fuel to generate "green energy" will be set up. | |
| 725. |
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of this state will launch a special campaign against drug menace. |
| Answer» Haryana's Department of Social Justice and Empowerment announced that a special campaign to control the menace of drugs will be launched. This will be targeted especially in the districts bordering Punjab. For this a task force under the chairmanship of deputy commissioner at the district level and at the state level under the chairmanship of the chief ministerhas been formed. 60 drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centres with NGOs are operating. | |
| 726. |
Which state passed the Lokayukta (Amendment) Bill, 2018, Recently? |
| Answer» The West Bengal Assembly passed the Lokayukta (Amendment) Bill, 2018. There are 59 state subjects. The bill allows the Lokayukta to investigate on the other 58 subjects under the State List, with the approval of two-third of the members of the assembly present and voting. It also doesn't allow the Chief Minister to matters relating to public order. Recruitment of police, deployment of forces and any other emergency situations would be regarded as public order. This Amendment Bill has been prepared in accordance with the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 passed by the Center and the West BengalLokayukta Act, 2003. | |
| 727. |
Which state government launched the 'Urban Sanitation and Cleanliness Policy' for better management of solid and liquid waste in cities? |
| Answer» The policy was launched by Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. The policy focuses on streamlining the collection and disposal of all types of waste in cities and towns. One of the mains objectives of the policy is complete abolition of manual scavenging. Vijay Rupani said that, a system to convert solid waste into fuel to generate green energy will be established. The policy also stresses on recycling of drainage water. This policy is line with the National Urban Sanitation Policy. | |
| 728. |
Recently, Which state government signs MoU for first cow sanctuary? |
| Answer» Rajasthan will soon have its first 'cow sanctuary', a shelter for 10,000 bovines spread over an area of more than 220 hectares in Bikaner district. The state government has signed a memorandum of understanding with a private trust in this regard. The state already has a ministry dedicated to welfare of cows and last year it had announced a 10% surcharge on stamp duty towards cow protection. | |
| 729. |
This state government plans to implement Pranam Scheme to ensure that govt staff take care of their parents & physically challenged siblings? |
| Answer» The Assam government has decided to implement a Pranam Scheme to ensure that government staff take care of their parents & physically challenged siblings. The scheme will part away with 10 to 15% of state government employees' monthly salary if they are found guilty of not taking adequate care of their dependent elderly parents and physically challenged siblings. | |
| 730. |
Which state government plans to implement its own food security act from Oct 2, 2018? |
| Answer» Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced that the state government would implement its own food security act from October 2. It would cover nearly 34.44 lakhs people left out of National Food Security Act (NFSA). Earlier it had launched the Act with rice at Re 1 per kg for people living below poverty line in 2013. This was announced in 'Ama Mukhyamantri, Ama Katha' (Our Chief Minister, Our Issues) program. | |
| 731. |
Which state government announched to up 'iHub' (the intelligent hub) for research and scientific learning? |
| Answer» The Andhra Pradesh government will set up 'iHub' (the intelligent hub), a first-of-its kind global research centre for scientific learning with an initial investment of Rs 245 crore spread over five years. For this purpose, the state government has already collaborated with UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP). Some of the social and economic objectives of iHub will be to create 50,000 future-ready skilled manpower, reduced school dropouts and capture the EdTech market. The initial staff will be about 40 International researchers in disciplines such as neuro-science, education, psychology, digital instructional design, educational technology, Artificial Intelligence, data sciences, and gamingamong others. The centre will also issue "Global Certification" for digital educational content. | |
| 732. |
Which state government launched 'Mukhya Mantri-Yuva Nestham' for the unemployed youth in the state? |
| Answer» The Andhra Pradesh government has launched 'Mukhya Mantri-Yuva Nestham', a scheme through which an allowance of Rs 1000 per month will be provided to unemployed youth in the state. About 12 lakh youths in the age group of 22-35 years will get the benefit of the scheme. The scheme will be extended to all those eligible even if there are more than one beneficiary in a family. | |
| 733. |
Which state government has launched a 360 degree nation-wide publicity campaign publicity campaign for 2018 men's hockey World Cup? |
| Answer» The Government of Odisha has launched a 360 degree nation-wide publicity campaign "Heartbeats for Hockey" to attract fans for 2018 men's hockey World Cup. The movement attempts to get India behind the game by way of music, entertainment, fashion, pure sport and panel discussions. Each time anyone holds the custom-made hockey stick, named 'Heart Beat', their heart beat will be recorded as a pledge to support hockey. The 'Heart Beat' will take a round of the country through 'Hockey Adda', a curated on-ground discussion platform for hockey players and experts. The event will take place at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar from November 28 to December 16. The state is the title partner for the hockey event and Odisha Tourism is the host partner. The maximum players in the national team are also from Odisha. | |
| 734. |
Gita Mittal is appointed as new Chief Justice of __________ high court. |
| Answer» Chief Justice Gita Mittal has been appointed as the Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court (HC). She is the acting Chief Justice of Delhi HC. She is the first woman Chief Justice of J&K HC. Justice B.D. Ahmed, the State's last Chief Justice, was retired on March 15, 2018. Patna High Court Chief Justice Rajendra Menon has been appointed as the Chief Justice Delhi HC. | |
| 735. |
Bharti Airtel plans to provide optical fibre network to which state? |
| Answer» Bharti Airtel plans to provide optical fibre network in Tamil Nadu. Being the telecommunications provider, it aims to improve network connectivity in the State. Currently, Tamil Nadu has a fibre network for 14,000 km. With Bharti Airtel's plan for a rollout of 3,000 km of fresh optic fibre, it would touch 17,000 km in 2021. The company has planned to invest Rs. 24,000 crore to Rs. 26,000 crore pan-India in mobile network sites, capacities, fibre rollout and digitalisation among others. | |
| 736. |
A scheme for the girl child 'Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana' was launched in __________. |
| Answer» Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched 'Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana', a scheme for the girl child. The scheme will provide Rs.54,100 for a girl child from her birth until she graduates. This is to express the State government's resolve for the empowerment of women. The 'scheme will be run by three departments namely education, health and social welfare. The Chief Minister also said that the amount under the 'Bicycle Yojna' will be increased from Rs.2500 to Rs.3000. | |
| 737. |
Which state government constituted two committees to deal with a possible influx of illegal immigrants? |
| Answer» The Manipur government has constituted two committees - state and district level - to deal with a possible influx of illegal immigrants. The State Level Monitoring Committee will monitor the entry or presence of illegal immigrants in the state and take steps for creating adequate public awareness to counter the situation. It will be headed by Special Secretary (Home) while the Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police as its members. The district level committee will be headed by the concerned deputy commissioners while Superintendent of Police, SDOs, SDPO, SDCs, OCs will be the members. The committee with local bodies would likely to conduct headcounts if needed. | |
| 738. |
This state government will setup a state of the art "B-Hub" for biotech and biopharma sector? |
| Answer» The Telangana government will setup a state of the art "B-Hub" for biotech and biopharma sector in Genome Valley, Hyderabad. It's a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, aimed at providing much-needed support to the biopharma research and development activities, featuring a scale-up manufacturing facility along with a turnkey incubator, lab space module at GLP grade spreading over a built-up area of 40,000 sq.ft. This end-to-end biopharma scale-up manufacturing facility will give domestic companies the required impetus here on par with Korea, China and France who have taken lead in biopharma innovation. | |
| 739. |
Which state government has launched "Horn Not Ok" awareness campaign? |
| Answer» The Himachal Pradesh government has launched "Horn Not Ok" awareness campaign in Shimla and Mandi along with a statewide mobile application 'shaur nahin' (no noise). The main aim of the campaign is to spread awareness of unnecessary blowing horn as it creates unnecessary noise pollution. The other towns of the state will also be brought under the purview of no honking zones after the successful execution of this campaign in the two tourist places for 2 months. Though, no-honking rule will not be applicable on emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fire tenders. The "Shor Nahin" application has been developed to report any noise pollution complaint to the authorities. It's an initiative of the Department of Environment, Science and Technology in association with the NIC of Himachal Pradesh. It allows a user to lodge a complaint with the officials concerned, including deputy commissioner, superintendent of police and sub divisional magistrate, who can upload the action taken report on the app. | |
| 740. |
The world's first-ever thermal battery plant was unveiled in __________. |
| Answer» The world's first-ever thermal battery plant was unveiled in Andhra Pradesh by the state's Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Manufactured by the Bharat Energy Storage Technology Private Limited (BEST), the first-of-its-kind batteries will aim to boost renewable sources of energy production and reduce the dependence on non-renewable fossil fuel-based energy generation. The technology, which will help in mitigating carbon emissions, is best suited for grid balancing and stabilisations. It will also be used to store energy for telecommunication, commercial establishments, electric vehicles and highway charging stations. | |
| 741. |
Which state hosted the 5th Act East Business Show -2018 to strengthen business ties between ASEAN countries? |
| Answer» 5th Act East Business Show -2018 was held in Shillong, Meghalaya. It aims to strengthen business ties between ASEAN countries and northeastern states. Also, to explore the potential of Meghalaya and its neighboring states. This is Indian Chamber of Commerce along with Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER). Main focus was to boost the bamboo sector of the region. North eastern states have great potential for development of bamboo-based industries. | |
| 742. |
World's largest bird sculpture Jatayu sculpture will be inaugurated in __________. |
| Answer» The Jatayu sculpture at the Jatayu Earth Center (JEC) at Chadayamangalam in Kollam district, Kerala, said to be world's largest bird sculpture, will be inaugurated on August 17 by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. This Rs 100 crore-project is a creation by film director and sculptor Rajiv Anchal. | |
| 743. |
Maharashtra Government has announced a special assistance of __________ for OBC community to help them develop employment opportunities for the youth? |
| Answer» Maharashtra Government announced a special assistance of Rs 500 crore for OBC community to help them develop employment opportunities for the youth. This announcement was made by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the 3rd National Convention of National OBC Association in Mumbai. Maharashtra government has also recommended to the Centre to award Bharat Ratna posthumously to 19th-century social reformer Jyotiba Phule and his wife Savitribai Phule, who is a pioneer of women's education. The government will assess the extent of representation offered to OBCs in jobs and take measures to address the backlog, in a timely manner. OBCs constitute 52 % of Maharashtra's population. They have been given 17 % reservation. | |
| 744. |
Which state government launched Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana for empowerment of women? |
| Answer» Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana for empowerment of women. A sum of Rs 7221 crore will be spend in a year on the programme. It will be run by three departments - education, health and social welfare. It will provide Rs 54,100 from the birth of a girl child till she graduates. | |
| 745. |
For, which state Southern Naval Command lunched an operation "Madad" recently? |
| Answer» Operation "Madad" was launched by the Southern Naval Command (SNC) at Kochi, in Kerala, to assist the Kerala state administration and to carry out disaster relief operations due to the floods. Several parts of Kerala have been flooded due to continuous rainfall and release of excess water from Idukki and other dams. Naval helicopters are used for ferrying divers, power tools, axes and relief material to the flooded areas to speed up the relief operations. | |
| 746. |
Which state government has decided to observe September as the "month of nutrition" to create awareness among people living in the state? |
| Answer» The Rajasthan government has decided to observe September as the "month of nutrition" to create awareness among people living in the state. From September, the students of Class 1 to 8 of government schools will be given milk daily instead of thrice a week for which additional funds of Rs 203 crore will be allocated. Besides, students in the age group of 3-6 years, adolescent girls and pregnant women registered with Anganwadi centres will also be provided milk thrice a week and the government will allocate Rs 100 crore for this. In the month of nutrition, the awareness in rural as well as urban areas will be created for nutrition. | |
| 747. |
Wipro has launched Santoor women's scholarship for higher education to girls from economically weaker families for which three states? |
| Answer» The Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting will offer 3-year Santoor women's scholarship for higher education to girls from economically weaker families in the three southern states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Approx 900 girls from the 3 states will be given Santoor scholarship, with Rs 24,000 for each of them per annum to do under-graduation.. The students can apply for the scholarship on "www.santoorscholarships.com" till September 15 or in state-run colleges across the three states. The scholarship is an attempt to empower women to change their life and the world. Enrollment ratio of women pursuing higher education in the country is low and many give up higher study due to lack of financial support. | |
| 748. |
This state government plans to launch Ayushman Bharat scheme to provide cashless healthcare facilities to beneficiaries at empanelled hospitals. |
| Answer» Haryana Government to launch Ayushman Bharat scheme on Aug 15. The main aim of the scheme to provide cashless healthcare facilities to beneficiaries at empanelled hospitals.The scheme would be initially implemented on a pilot basis in one government hospital in each of the 22 districts, one ESI hospital and one medical college.Under the scheme, families identified by the Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) would be provided with coverage of Rs 5 lakh. | |
| 749. |
Karnataka government launched a drive under Hasiru Karnataka programme on 15th August to increase the tree cover of the city and the district. It is named as; |
| Answer» The Forest Department of Karnataka is to launch a Green Mysuru drive on 15th August 2018 under Hasiru Karnataka programme. The aim is to increase the tree cover of the city and the district. The program involves planting saplings in vacant spaces of government offices and schools, available space on the roadside, embankment abutting farmland and agricultural fields, courtyards etc. The drive considers the participation public as its key success of the programme. A total of 100,000 saplings have been prepared in various nurseries of the Forest Department. In the year 2018-19, the Forest Department has distributed around 22.21 lakh saplings and 17.18 lakh tree guards to the public. As per the National Forest Policy, at least 33% of the land area should be under green cover wherein Karnataka has the green cover of 22.56%. | |
| 750. |
The first state to provide Right to Skill's Development to the youth is; |
| Answer» Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh announced that Chhattisgarh is the first among the 28 other states in the country to provide Right to Skills' Development to the youth. The Chief Minister along with Union Minister of State for Skill Development Anant Kumar Hegde flagged off fifteen Skill Chariots to launch the government's project of 'Skills on Wheels' in the state. The chariots aimed at creating awareness regarding the project will tour 13 districts in the first phase and the rest 14 in the second phase. | |