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| 251. |
Which state has become the India's first state to incorporate skill development programme in higher education? |
| Answer» Rajasthan has become the India's first state to incorporate skill development programme in higher education. In collaboration with IGNOU, the College Education department has prepared 16 courses for entrepreneurship and skill development for colleges in the state. Under the project, 12 certificates and 4 diploma courses will be run and each college will have to choose five courses. | |
| 252. |
Which state government to set up 16 new GIDC townships to encourage SMEs? |
| Answer» Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani announced the setting up of 16 new Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) townships, in Gujarat. The 16 new GIDC townships would be set up in 2400 hectare area to encourage the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).This township would attract 15,000 industrial units. They will create job opportunities for 1 lakh people. | |
| 253. |
Which state Cabinet Approves Reservation for 'Divyangs' in Govt Jobs? |
| Answer» The Bihar Cabinet approved reservations for persons with disabilities in government jobs and educational institutions. The cabinet gave its approval during a meeting presided by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The provision has been brought in accordance with the Persons With Disabilities Act, 2016. | |
| 254. |
This state launches the Sankalp Seva bus service to connect 6,000 villages of the state. |
| Answer» Uttar Pradesh government launched Sankalp Seva bus service of 50 buses to connect as many as 6,000 villages. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath flagged off the buses in function at Lucknow. On this occasion he announced to construct 'Gaurav Marg Path' to honour the sacrifices of the martyrs. | |
| 255. |
Recently, this state approves Garments and Apparel Policy-2017. |
| Answer» Gujarat Government has announced the Garments and Apparel Policy-2017, with the aim of creating more opportunities in the garment sector of Gujarat and to create huge employment opportunities for women through the apparel industry. The main aim to make Gujarat number 1 in textile which produces more of cotton. The State government will also provide incentives for garment unit owners for generating employment by providing subsidy in wages. The women workers will get Rs 4,000 subsidy, while their male counterparts will get Rs 3,500. | |
| 256. |
This state assembly has become the first in India to call attention and adjournment motions and proposals online from legislators. |
| Answer» Rajasthan State assembly has become the first in India to call attention and adjournment motions and proposals online from legislators. The new online system was inaugurated by Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Speaker Kailash Meghwal by sending a call for an attention motion to the state government with a click of mouse. It will facilitate smooth exchange of information and reports among respective departments. | |
| 257. |
This state police launched foot patrolling to eep a watch on anti-social elements. |
| Answer» Punjab police launched foot patrolling i.e. an initiative whereby police personnel will patrol designated areas on foot to keep a watch on anti-social elements. Objective of foot patrolling is to reduce incidence of crime by increasing the presence of police in vulnerable locations. All foot patrol officers will be wearing jungle boots, specially designed arm-band and will carry weapons, baton, handcuffs and wireless sets. | |
| 258. |
This state approved a new IT policy recently. |
| Answer» Assam State Government approved a new Information Technology (IT) Policy. Under the new IT policy, companies involved in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), companies engaged in software development and firms carrying out research will be provided financial support. Call centres will receive one-time incentive of Rs. 1.20 lakh per employee, with minimum intake of 100 employees. Companies engaged in software development will receive one-time support of Rs 1.50 lakh per employee. | |
| 259. |
Which state Chief Minister Launches 'Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana'? |
| Answer» Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the ambitious 'Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojna' for the farmers of the state. Madhya Pradesh is the first state to lend money to farmers at zero percent interest. The government has approved a web of irrigation projects across the Sagar District which will cover 96-hectare fields. | |
| 260. |
This state government reduces interest on loan under Saksham Yojna? |
| Answer» Chhattisgarh State Government has reduced the rate of interest on loan given to women and their self-help groups (SHGs) under 'Saksham Yojna' from 6.5 percent to 5 percent. Saksham Yojana too is operated by Chhattisgarh Mahila Kosh, under which loans to the tune of Rs 72 lakh had been distributed to about 111 SHGs during the current fiscal year 2017-18. | |
| 261. |
Which state government releases Rs 4,000 crore in phase 1 of loan waiver scheme? |
| Answer» Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis announced that the State Government has released a sum of Rs 4,000 crore under the first phase of the farm loan waiver scheme. Out of Rs 4000 crore, Rs 3200 crore is for writing off the loans of 4.62 lakh farmers and Rs 800 crore will be distributed as incentive for 3.78 lakh farmers who are paying their loans on time. | |
| 262. |
Which state Government rolls out new Tourism policy? |
| Answer» Assam State Government rolled out 'Tourism Policy of Assam 2017' with an aim to increase tourist inflow in the state by at least two to three times within next five years. Tourism Policy of Assam 2017' will be effective from January 2018 to December 2022. In the policy, special emphasis has been laid on making the state a preferred destination of film making by offering a range of incentives to movie producers. | |
| 263. |
Which state celebrate Bestu Varas recently? |
| Answer» The Gujarat is celebrate their New Year a day after Diwali. The Gujarati New year is also called Bestu Varas. It is celebrated on the first day of the Kartik month in the Shukla Paksha. On this day, People cleaned their houses, prepared rangolis and wore new clothes and offered pujas at the temples. The most important work of the day was the beginning of the new accounting books for businesspersons. | |
| 264. |
This state prohibits using 'Dalit', 'Harijan' in official communications. |
| Answer» As per an internal circular of Kerala Information and Public Relations Department, words 'Dalit' and 'Harijan' will not be used in its official communications. This circular is based on the directive from Kerala State Commission for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) Chairman Justice PN Vijayakumar. It is believed that usage of words 'Dalit' and 'Harijan' promotes discrimination for the lower castes. | |
| 265. |
Which state government has decided to ban pillion riding on two-wheelers with less than 100 cc engine? |
| Answer» Karnataka government has decided to ban pillion riding on two-wheelers with less than 100 cc engine. It will not affect the existing two-wheelers but will be applicable for new vehicles. The ban comes in the backdrop of safety of the pillion riders, who are often victims of the road accidents. | |
| 266. |
Which state government has launched Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojna (BBY) for farmers? |
| Answer» Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, has launched the ambitious 'Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojna' for the farmers of the state at the Krishi Upaj Mandi in Khurai, Sagar. The scheme has launched as a guarantee to ensure reasonable prices to the farmers for their agriculture produces. To get benefits of the scheme, the farmers are required to sell their crops in the mandi and obtain a receipt for the same. As per the scheme, the government will provide subsidy and loan ranging from Rs 10 lakhs to two crores to the farmers willing to invest in industries. In addition, the state government has approved a web of irrigation projects across the Sagar District which will cover 96-hectare fields. | |
| 267. |
This decides to close 800 government schools which have fewer than 20 students. |
| Answer» The Punjab government will shut down 800 primary schools with less than 20 students, and merge them with schools nearby. The students and staff will be accommodated in adjoining schools situated within a one kilometre-radius. The decision is aimed at improving the utilisation of the teaching staff in the state. | |
| 268. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be launching India's first Roll On-Roll Off or 'Ro-Ro' ferry service in ___________. |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be launching India's first Roll On-Roll Off or 'Ro-Ro' ferry service between Ghogha in Saurashtra's Bhavnagar district and Dahej in Bharuch district of Gujarat. The service is expected to reduce the distance between the two coastal towns from 310 km by road to 30 km, saving time and money. The travel time will be cut by at least five hours. The ferry service will be able to carry up to 100 vehicles and 250 passengers. | |
| 269. |
This state plans 'safe selfie' campaign to control death. |
| Answer» Concerned over the growing number of 'selfie deaths', the Karnataka government has decided to launch an online campaign warning that "self-photography could cost you your life" and urge people to take a pledge to take selfies responsibly. The government plans to launch a billboard campaign at tourist sites with slogans like 'Say No to Killfie', 'Take Selfies Responsibly' and 'Risky Selfie Thrills and Kills'. | |
| 270. |
This state approves Bijepur lift irrigation project recently. |
| Answer» Odisha government approved the Bijepur lift irrigation project and construction of sewerage system for Bhubaneswar. It was approved in the cabinet meeting chaired by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. The Bijepur lift irrigation project is named after renowned poet Gangadhar Meher. The project is estimated for Rs.1246 crore. It will be completed by March 2018. | |
| 271. |
Which state government has recently signed a pact with National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB) to develop technologies relating to banana production? |
| Answer» The National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB) Tiruchi has recently signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Andhra Pradesh government to develop technologies relating to banana production. As per the agreement, NRCB will be the knowledge partner in developing technologies towards value chain management, supporting banana export, organic production and waste utilisation. It will provide training, human resource development and hand hold growers and entrepreneurs to promote indigenous and commercial varieties for domestic and export markets. NRCB is an institution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). | |
| 272. |
This state plans to introduce PGs for cattle to boost milk production. |
| Answer» Haryana State Government announced to set up 'PGs (Paying Guests) for cattle', through which people living in high-rises or in urban areas will be able to rear their own cattle and produce quality milk for their personal consumption. Under this initiative, Haryana State Government will earmark 50 to 100 acres of land for dairy business. The Government is taking several measure to boost dairy industry in the state with an objective to make Haryana as the best state in milk production. | |
| 273. |
Which state Government announces additional benefits for karma-yogis working on fix pay on 11 months contract? |
| Answer» Gujarat Government announces additional benefits for karma-yogis working on fix pay on 11 months contract. The additional benefits are in the form of 11 additional casual leaves, maximum 90 days maternity leave with pay for women karma yogis after completion of one year for maximum two children, TA/DA up to Rs.250 as per slabs and Rs.2-lakh exgratia amount on accidental or natural death during duty payable to the next in kin. | |
| 274. |
This state released Rs.3,600 crores for the third portion of the third installment, under Waiver Scheme recently. |
| Answer» The Andhra Pradesh Government, released Rs.3,600 crores for the third portion of the third installment, under Waiver Scheme in Andhra Pradesh. The amount will be deposited in the accounts of the farmers with additional 10 % interests. Andhra Pradesh Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, has been giving the first preference to the farmers. | |
| 275. |
Which state tops in digital initiatives as per a report by Coeus Age Consulting? |
| Answer» As per a report by Coeus Age Consulting, Madhya Pradesh has emerged as the top state in terms of digital initiatives undertaken by State Government. Coeus Age Consulting is an organisation which provides consultancy services on various aspects of digital economy. It was assessed and given scores on 109 key performance indicators placed under two broad scoring frameworks - Policy and Infrastructure Readiness (PIR) Score and Mission Mode Projects' Performance (MMP) Score. | |
| 276. |
Which state election department has entered the Limca Book of Records for formation of biggest human logo? |
| Answer» The Meghalaya Election department has entered the Limca Book of Records for the formation of the biggest human logo by newly-enrolled young voters of Meghalaya. Limca official Garima Manon conveyed this in a message to the office of Meghalaya Chief Electoral Officer on October 24, 2017. It will feature in the forthcoming edition of the book 2018. A total of 2870 students from 113 schools, 3 colleges in the age group of 18 and 19 enrolled as new voters and formed a 75 feet by 120 feet size human logo named You 'N' I on July 1, 2017. | |
| 277. |
Recently, this state has banned the use of photographs or pictures of living persons on banners, flex boards and signboards. |
| Answer» The Madras high court banned the use of pictures of living persons on banners and hoardings in Tamil Nadu. The order states that, pictures of the chief minister, ministers or politicians cannot be used in posters or hoardings. It has also banned the use of photos of people sponsoring the pictures. | |
| 278. |
Which state will be the 'Focus State' at World Food India (WFI) 2017? |
| Answer» Odisha will be the 'Focus State' in the mega international food event "World Food India (WFI) 2017", which is scheduled to be held at New Delhi on November 3-5. In the WFI 2017, Japan, Denmark and Germany are partner countries, and Italy & Netherlands are 'Focus Countries'. More than 200 global companies and 41 global CEOs from 30 countries will participate and will also see 21 ministerial and business delegations. Besides, 450 domestic companies and leading Research and Development (R&D) institutes along with 95 Indian industry captains are likely to participate in WFI. | |
| 279. |
Which state CM Launches Rajiv Mehrishi's 'India 2017 Yearbook'? |
| Answer» Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje launched an e-book titled 'India 2017 Yearbook', compiled by the present Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) Rajiv Mehrishi. The e-book includes a plethora of information on important dignitaries, state policy, public schemes and important data about demographics, trade, economy and many other topics. Mc Graw Hill is Education is the publisher of the e-book. | |
| 280. |
Which state CM lays foundation stone for Rs 198 cr aerospace park? |
| Answer» Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, EK Palaniswami laid the foundation stone for an aerospace park at Kanchipuram districk. This project will be jointly implemented by Tamil Nadu State Industries Promotion Corporation Ltd and Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation. Post completion, the aerospace park will attract investments to the tune of Rs.1000 crore and will create 30000 job opportunities. | |
| 281. |
This state starts to prepare the second phase of the State Climate Change Action Plan (SCCAP) recently. |
| Answer» Odisha State Government has started the process to prepare the second phase of the State Climate Change Action Plan (SCCAP) for the next five years with an outlay of Rs. 31667 crore. The second phase of SCCAP will follow a two-pronged approach focusing on 'adaptation' and 'mitigation'. Second phase of the State Climate Change Action Plan (SCCAP) will focus on phasing out of old vehicles for reducing emission, promotion of electric vehicles, strengthening enforcement and emission check up system, augmentation of integrated sewerage projects in major urban areas and municipal solid waste management. | |
| 282. |
This state approves a policy to provide legal protection to transgender community. |
| Answer» Karnataka state cabinet approved a policy which seeks to provide legal protection to transgender community and thereby safeguard them from social and sexual exploitation. The objective of this policy is to remove the stigma attached to the transgender community and integrate them into mainstream of the society. Reservation will be provided to transgender individuals in all levels of education. | |
| 283. |
Which state chief minister has been honoured with the Golden Peacock Award under the category 'Global Leadership in Public Service and Economic Transformation'? |
| Answer» Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has been honoured with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award under the category - Global Leadership in Public Service and Economic Transformation for excelling in public services at the 17th London Global Convention by the Institute of Directors for Leadership in Transferring Governance in England. | |
| 284. |
Which state government will sign MoU with Microsoft to empower smallholder farmers with technology-oriented solutions? |
| Answer» The Karnataka government will sign MoU with Microsoft Corporation India Private Limited with an intention to empower smallholder farmers with technology-oriented solutions that will help them increase income. The solutions would use cloud based technologies, machine learning and advanced analytics. The MoU will experiment with Karnataka Agricultural Price Commission (KAPC) and Department of Agriculture to help improve price forecasting practices to benefit farmers. | |
| 285. |
Which state government announced lifetime monthly pension of Rs 10,000 for Hindi Satyagrahis? |
| Answer» The Haryana government announced lifetime monthly pension of Rs 10,000 for Hindi Satyagrahis and few more assistances. | |
| 286. |
The First Indian Dog Breed to be trained for Army Duty? |
| Answer» Karnataka's Mudhol Hound, an Indian dog breed, is being trained to serve in the Indian Army, making it the First Indian Dog Breed to be trained for Army Duty. The Army's Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) centre is training the Mudhol Hound dogs. | |
| 287. |
Which Indian state announced free treatment for the Road accident victims for first 48 Hours? |
| Answer» Kerala State Government has decided to formulate a 'Trauma-Care Scheme', under which all accident victims in Kerala will be provided necessary emergency care and treatment free-of-cost for the first 48 hours after being admitted to a hospital. All the expenses incurred by the hospital on treatment of accident victim during first 48 hours will be paid by the Kerala State Government. Kerala State Government will claim these expenses from Insurance Companies. | |
| 288. |
In which Indian state, the longest bridge was inaugurated and it was named after the late singer Bhupen Hazarika? |
| Answer» The longest bridge in the country got the first signpost with its name on Sunday, six months after Prime Minister Narendra Modichristened it after the late singer Bhupen Hazarika in Assam. The 9.15-km bridge across the Brahmaputra will connect Dhola with Sadiya in upper Assam. | |
| 289. |
Which state government will organise village-level tourneys to curb drug menace? |
| Answer» The Punjab government will soon start a campaign to organise village level sports tournaments across the state in order to wipe out the menace of drugs. | |
| 290. |
Which state became the first organic state and now planning to launch its second phase of organic movement? |
| Answer» Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling on 05th Nov 2017 announced about a plan to launch a second phase of organic movement in the state. Sikkim became a fully organic state on 2016. | |
| 291. |
During the fest of 'World Food India' 2017 in New Delhi, which State Government launched its 'Food Processing Policy'? |
| Answer» The second day of 'World Food India' 2017 event in New Delhi, Telangana State Government launched its 'Food Processing Policy'. The policy was unveiled by Telangana IT and Industries Minister K T Rama Rao. The aim of this policy is to attract Rs 20000 crore investment in the food processing sector in Telangana. | |
| 292. |
The Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary (TWS) is located in which state? |
| Answer» The Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary (TWS) is located in South Tripura District of Tripura and covers an area of about 163.08 square kilometres. | |
| 293. |
Which state has become the India's first state to treat Hepatitis-C patients through oral medicine? |
| Answer» Haryana has become the India's first state to treat Hepatitis-C patients of all categories through oral medicine. This drug will be provided free of cost for permanent residents of all categories at the district level. | |
| 294. |
Which state will be the first state to use EVMs with VVPAT machines on all booths during assembly elections? |
| Answer» Himachal Pradesh will be the first state to use EVMs with Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines on all booths during assembly elections. The state will go to polls on November 9, 2017 in a single phase. | |
| 295. |
Which language has been declared as the second official language by the Telangana state government? |
| Answer» K Chandrashekar Rao, the Chief Minister of Telangana, has declared Urdu as the state's second official language. Every office in the state will now have an Urdu speaking officer. As per reports, the state government will appoint Urdu officers in all the offices over the next 60 days to receive petitions from public and reply them in Urdu. Apart from this, all competitive examinations will also be conducted in Urdu. | |
| 296. |
Which state government has launched She Pad scheme for school girls? |
| Answer» Pinarayi Vijayan, the chief minister of Kerala, has launched the She Pad scheme for school girls on November 8, 2017, which will be implemented in 300 government schools across 114 panchayats in Kerala. | |
| 297. |
Which state government will set up village climate resilient committees for adopting different agricultural practices? |
| Answer» The Maharashtra government will soon set up village climate resilient committees for adopting different agricultural practices in over 5,000 villages of 15 districts in the state. | |
| 298. |
The Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park (MHVNP) is located in which state? |
| Answer» The Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park (MHVNP) is located at Vanasthalipuram in Hyderabad, Telangana and covers an area of 3,758 acres. | |
| 299. |
The 2017 traditional Lavi Fair has started in which state? |
| Answer» The 4-day traditional Lavi Fair has started at Rampur Bushahr in Himachal Pradesh on November 12, 2017, which was inaugurated by Himachal Pradesh Governor Acharya Devvrat. | |
| 300. |
The 2017 Public Service Broadcasting Day (PSBD) is celebrated on which date in India? |
| Answer» The Public Service Broadcasting Day (PSBD) is observed every year on November 12 to commemorate the first and last visit of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi to the studio of All India Radio, Delhi in 1947. | |