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RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 2 · State firsts

Q1. In January 2026, who secured first position in the merit list under the benchmark disability category in the Kerala Judicial Service Examination?

  1. (a) Sreelakshmi S.
  2. (b) Ananya R. Nair
  3. (c) Meera K. Menon
  4. (d) Thanya Nathan C.
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Thanya Nathan C.

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 4 – Thanya Nathan C.
Explanation:
News reports (Jan–Feb 2026) confirm thatThanya Nathan C., a visually challenged candidate, topped the merit list under the benchmark disability category in the Kerala Judicial Service Examination, set to become Kerala's first fully visually impaired civil judge.
Important Facts:
• This is reported as a first-of-its-kind milestone for disability inclusion in the Indian judiciary.
• Thanya Nathan is 24 years old and will become a Civil Judge in Kerala.
• Benchmark disability reservation is provided under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q2. The governance campaign “Sushasan Tihar 2026”, launched in May 2026, was associated with which Indian state?

  1. (a) Chhattisgarh
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Jharkhand
  4. (d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Chhattisgarh

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
"Sushasan Tihar 2026" (Good Governance Festival), a statewide governance/grievance-redressal campaign running from 1 May to 10 June 2026, was launched by theChhattisgarhstate government under CM Vishnu Deo Sai, as confirmed by ANI News.
Important Facts:
• The campaign involved Jan Samadhan Camps for grievance redressal across the state.
• Vishnu Deo Sai is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh.
• "Tihar" is a term used regionally in Chhattisgarh for a festival/celebration.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q3. Which Indian state signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with SpaceX’s Starlink in February, 2026, to provide high-speed satellite internet to its remote and tribal regions?

  1. (a) Odisha
  2. (b) Gujarat
  3. (c) Rajasthan
  4. (d) Maharashtra
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Gujarat

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – Gujarat
Explanation:
Confirmed via ETV Bharat, Business Today, and DD News (February 2026) — theGovernment of Gujaratsigned a Letter of Intent with Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink to pilot high-speed satellite internet connectivity in remote and tribal areas of the state.
Important Facts:
• Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel signed the LoI, describing it as boosting the state's Digital India vision.
• This was among the earliest state-level Starlink partnerships in India, alongside the central government's own LoI to Starlink for satcom services.
• The pilot targets connectivity gaps in tribal and remote/hilly regions of Gujarat.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q4. Who was elected as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in May 2026?

  1. (a) C. Joseph Vijay
  2. (b) Udhayanidhi Stalin
  3. (c) Edappadi K. Palaniswami
  4. (d) M. K. Stalin
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) C. Joseph Vijay

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – C. Joseph Vijay
Explanation:
In the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-politicianC. Joseph Vijay, emerged as the single largest party (108/234 seats), ending decades of Dravidian party dominance; Vijay was sworn in as Chief Minister on 10 May 2026, per Wikipedia and Britannica coverage of the election.
Important Facts:
• TVK is a newly founded party led by actor Vijay (screen name 'Thalapathy Vijay').
• TVK formed a coalition government after falling short of a majority on its own.
• This marked the first time since the 1960s that a non-Dravidian party led the Tamil Nadu government.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q5. Who took oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala after the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections?

  1. (a) Pinarayi Vijayan
  2. (b) K. Sudhakaran
  3. (c) Shashi Tharoor
  4. (d) V. D. Satheesan
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) V. D. Satheesan

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 4 – V. D. Satheesan
Explanation:
Following the2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly election, the UDF (Congress-led) returned to power ending a decade of LDF rule, andV. D. Satheesanwas sworn in as Chief Minister of Kerala (mid-May 2026), confirmed by ANI and Wikipedia ('Satheesan ministry').
Important Facts:
• Pinarayi Vijayan (CPI(M)) was the outgoing LDF Chief Minister who had led Kerala for two consecutive terms (2016-2026).
• V. D. Satheesan was the Leader of Opposition in the 15th Kerala Assembly prior to becoming CM.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q6. Who among the following took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in India in May 2026?

  1. (a) Edappadi K. Palaniswami
  2. (b) K. Annamalai
  3. (c) M. K. Alagiri
  4. (d) C. Joseph Vijay
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) C. Joseph Vijay

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 4 – C. Joseph Vijay
Explanation:
Actor-turned-politicianVijay (C. Joseph Vijay), leader of theTamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), took oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in May 2026 after TVK's win in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election.
Important Facts:
• Vijay was named TVK's chief ministerial candidate for the 2026 Tamil Nadu election.
• TVK staked claim to form the government after the election results in 2026.
• This marked Vijay's transition from cinema to full-time politics as CM.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q7. Which state government allocated funds in its 2026–27 Budget for the comprehensive development of Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh communities, including a monthly honorarium for Buddhist Dhammacharis?

  1. (a) Karnataka
  2. (b) Maharashtra
  3. (c) Tamil Nadu
  4. (d) Telangana
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Karnataka

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Karnataka
Explanation:
In its 2026–27 Budget, theKarnatakagovernment (Siddaramaiah) provided for the welfare of Jain, Buddhist and Sikh minority communities, extending the existing honorarium scheme (already given to Jain basadi archakas) to include a monthly honorarium for Buddhist monks/Dhammacharis serving in Buddhist viharas.
Important Facts:
• Karnataka's Minority Welfare Department already paid honorarium to archakas of registered Jain basadis.
• The 2026-27 budget extended similar support to Buddhist religious practitioners for parity across minority communities.
• Ramalinga Reddy (Muzrai Minister) discussed the proposal for Buddhist monks.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 20 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q8. In 2026, which health insurance scheme was set to be implemented by West Bengal, making it the 36th State/Union Territory to join the programme through an agreement with the National Health Authority?

  1. (a) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY)
  2. (b) Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
  3. (c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
  4. (d) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY)
Explanation:
In 2026,West Bengalsigned an MoU with the National Health Authority to implementAB PM-JAY, becoming the36th State/UTto join the scheme, integrating it with its own Swasthya Sathi programme.
Important Facts:
• Confirmed by official PIB press release: "West Bengal Becomes 36th State/UT to Implement Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY."
• The MoU was signed around June 8, 2026.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q9. To strengthen women's welfare and social security, the 'Saheli Pink Smart Card' scheme launched in March 2026 was launched by the government of which Union Territory?

  1. (a) National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT)
  2. (b) Puducherry
  3. (c) Chandigarh
  4. (d) Jammu and Kashmir
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT)

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT)
Explanation:
TheSaheli Pink Smart Cardscheme, offering free digital bus travel to women and transgender commuters, was launched on2 March 2026in Delhi by Chief MinisterRekha Gupta, in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu. It is implemented by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) in partnership with Airtel Payments Bank and Mufin Pay.
Minor note: news reports credit CM Rekha Gupta as having introduced the scheme, with President Murmu present at the event — but the correct Union Territory (Delhi/NCT) matches the given answer regardless.
Important Facts:
• The card was rolled out through 50 issuance centres across Delhi.
• It replaces the earlier free-travel scheme for women on DTC buses with a smart-card based system.
• Delhi's Chief Minister at the time was Rekha Gupta (BJP).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q10. Who took oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on 9 May 2026?

  1. (a) Suvendu Adhikari
  2. (b) Sukanta Majumdar
  3. (c) Mamata Banerjee
  4. (d) Dilip Ghosh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Suvendu Adhikari

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Suvendu Adhikari
Explanation:
Suvendu Adhikaritook oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata, on 9 May 2026, becoming the BJP's first Chief Minister of the state, in the presence of PM Modi and other senior leaders.
Important Facts:
• This ended the long tenure of Mamata Banerjee (TMC) as West Bengal CM.
• Suvendu Adhikari was earlier the Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly.
• He had switched from TMC to BJP before the 2021 assembly elections.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 18 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q11. Which expressway had been inaugurated in April 2026 in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh as a 594-km long access-controlled greenfield expressway?

  1. (a) Bundelkhand Expressway
  2. (b) Yamuna Expressway
  3. (c) Ganga Expressway
  4. (d) Purvanchal Expressway
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Ganga Expressway

Ganga Expressway Inauguration
PM Modi inaugurated the 594-km long access-controlled greenfieldGanga Expresswayin Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, in April 2026.
• PM India website: 'PM Inaugurates 594-km long Access-Controlled Greenfield Ganga Expressway in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh'.
• The Week / Construction Week India (April 29-30, 2026) coverage of the inauguration.
Correct Answer: Ganga Expressway
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 14 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q12. As reported in April 2026, which state government launched the ‘Safe Mobility Program’ under which women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) were trained as e-rickshaw pilots to provide safe transportation services for women and girls?

  1. (a) Bihar
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Uttar Pradesh
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Uttar Pradesh

Answer: Option 3 – Uttar Pradesh.
•Uttar Pradeshlaunched the 'Safe Mobility Program' training SHG women as e-rickshaw pilots (April 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 13 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q13. Which individual began their first tenure as a Speaker of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly in 2026?

  1. (a) Shovondeb Chattopadhyay
  2. (b) Rathindra Basu
  3. (c) Tapas Roy
  4. (d) Suvendu Adhikari
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Rathindra Basu

Answer: Option 2 – Rathindra Basu.
•Rathindra Basubegan his first tenure as Speaker of the West Bengal Assembly (2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 13 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q14. Which of the following states launched the ‘Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana’ in January, 2026?

  1. (a) Uttar Pradesh
  2. (b) Rajasthan
  3. (c) Gujarat
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Gujarat

Answer: Option 3 – Gujarat.
•Gujaratlaunched the 'Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana' (January 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 13 August 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q15. Following the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly Elections, who was sworn in as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal on May 9, 2026?

  1. (a) Agnimitra Paul
  2. (b) Dilip Ghosh
  3. (c) Suvendu Adhikari
  4. (d) Locket Chatterjee
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Suvendu Adhikari

Answer: Option 3 – Suvendu Adhikari.
•Suvendu Adhikariwas sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister (9 May 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 13 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q16. In January 2026, which rural development scheme was launched by the Gujarat government to provide urban-like facilities in villages?

  1. (a) Mukhyamantri Gramvikas Yojana
  2. (b) Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana
  3. (c) Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana
  4. (d) Mukhyamantri Gramkalyan Yojana
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana

Answer: Option 3 – Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana.
• Gujarat launched theMukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana(Jan 2026) for urban-like village facilities.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q17. Which of the following leaders took oath as the Chief Minister of West Bengal in India in May 2026?

  1. (a) Mamata Banerjee
  2. (b) Suvendu Adhikari
  3. (c) Dilip Ghosh
  4. (d) Sukanta Majumdar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Suvendu Adhikari

Answer: Option 2 – Suvendu Adhikari.
•Suvendu Adhikaritook oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal (May 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 12 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q18. Which state government introduced cyber safety protocols specifically for school children in March 2026?

  1. (a) Kerala
  2. (b) Maharashtra
  3. (c) Tamil Nadu
  4. (d) Karnataka
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kerala

Answer: Option 1 – Kerala.
•Keralaintroduced cyber-safety protocols for school children (March 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 11 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q19. In 2026, ‘Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt’ was announced in which state as a special drive set to commence on June 1 targeting synthetic drug networks, inter-state syndicates, and peddlers near educational institutions?

  1. (a) Karnataka
  2. (b) Tamil Nadu
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Andhra Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Kerala

Answer: Option 3 – Kerala.
• 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt' (from 1 June) was announced inKeralato target synthetic drug networks.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 11 August 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q20. In the context of recent political changes in West Bengal, who became the first Chief Minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state as of May 9, 2026?

  1. (a) Mamata Banerjee
  2. (b) Suvendu Adhikari
  3. (c) Dilip Ghosh
  4. (d) Abhishek Banerjee
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Suvendu Adhikari

Answer: Option 2 – Suvendu Adhikari.
•Suvendu Adhikaribecame West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister (as of 9 May 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 11 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q21. Which Indian High Court had directed the effective implementation of the menstrual leave policy across organised and unorganised sectors through an order dated 15 April 2026 while recognising menstrual leave as a fundamental right of women employees?

  1. (a) High Court of Uttarakhand
  2. (b) High Court of Maharashtra
  3. (c) High Court of Karnataka
  4. (d) High Court of Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) High Court of Karnataka

Answer: Option 3 – High Court of Karnataka.
• TheKarnataka High Courtdirected implementation of a menstrual-leave policy (order dated 15 April 2026).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 10 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q22. Who had assumed office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 10 May 2026 representing the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party?

  1. (a) Edappadi K. Palaniswami
  2. (b) C. Joseph Vijay
  3. (c) M. K. Stalin
  4. (d) K. Annamalai
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) C. Joseph Vijay

Answer: Option 2 – C. Joseph Vijay.
•C. Joseph Vijay(actor 'Vijay'), of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, assumed office as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 10 May 2026.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 9 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q23. Which state government announced in its 2026-27 budget that social media will be banned for children below the age of 16 years?

  1. (a) Karnataka
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Karnataka

Answer: Option 1 — Karnataka
Karnatakaannounced a social-media ban for under-16s in its 2026–27 budget → Option 1. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 9 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q24. Which leader was sworn in as the Chief Minister of West Bengal after the 2026 Assembly elections?

  1. (a) Dilip Ghosh
  2. (b) Abhishek Banerjee
  3. (c) Mukul Roy
  4. (d) Suvendu Adhikari
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Suvendu Adhikari

Answer: Option 4 — Suvendu Adhikari
Suvendu Adhikaribecame West Bengal CM after the 2026 elections → Option 4. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 9 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q25. What was the primary aim of the UP Health Tech Conclave 1.0 in January 2026?

  1. (a) Mandate AI use in all district hospitals
  2. (b) Launch a national health insurance scheme
  3. (c) Create a mobile telemedicine bus project
  4. (d) Build a MedTech ecosystem to boost innovation
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Build a MedTech ecosystem to boost innovation

Answer: Option 4 — Build a MedTech ecosystem to boost innovation
The UP Health Tech Conclave 1.0 aimed to build aMedTech ecosystem→ Option 4. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 6 August 2026 Shift 1 · State firsts

Q26. Which of these states launched India's first deep tech start-up policy in January 2026?

  1. (a) Tamil Nadu
  2. (b) Maharashtra
  3. (c) Uttar Pradesh
  4. (d) Bihar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Tamil Nadu

Answer: Option 1 — Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadulaunched India's first deep-tech start-up policy (Jan 2026) → Option 1. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 6 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q27. The Central Government approved ₹2,432 crore under the Amended BharatNet Programme (ABP) in May 2026 for broadband expansion in which state?

  1. (a) Rajasthan
  2. (b) Andhra Pradesh
  3. (c) Gujarat
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Andhra Pradesh

Answer: Option 2 — Andhra Pradesh
₹2,432 crore under the Amended BharatNet Programme was approved forAndhra Pradesh→ Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 6 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q28. In May, 2026, the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) launched "Project Zero", a major initiative aimed at curbing bribery and corruption in public administration. This initiative was launched in which state?

  1. (a) Tamil Nadu
  2. (b) Andhra Pradesh
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Karnataka
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Kerala

Answer: Option 3 — Kerala
Kerala's VACBlaunched 'Project Zero' against bribery (May 2026) → Option 3.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 6 August 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q29. Which of the following film stars was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in May 2026?

  1. (a) C. Joseph Vijay
  2. (b) Kamal Haasan
  3. (c) Vijay Sethupathi
  4. (d) Ajith Kumar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) C. Joseph Vijay

Answer: Option 1 — C. Joseph Vijay
C. Joseph Vijaywas sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM (May 2026) → Option 1. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q30. Which state Legislative Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, on May 27, 2026, making it the third state in India after Uttarakhand and Gujarat to enact such legislation?

  1. (a) Assam
  2. (b) Himachal Pradesh
  3. (c) West Bengal
  4. (d) Telangana
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Assam

Answer: Option 1 — Assam
Assampassed the UCC Bill 2026 (third state after Uttarakhand and Gujarat) → Option 1. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q31. Suvendu Adhikari of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was named the Chief Minister of which state in May 2026?

  1. (a) Maharashtra
  2. (b) West Bengal
  3. (c) Odisha
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) West Bengal

Answer: Option 2 — West Bengal
Suvendu Adhikari (BJP)became CM ofWest Bengal(May 2026) → Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q32. Who was sworn in as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu in May 2026?

  1. (a) Rajnikant
  2. (b) Udayanidhi Stalin
  3. (c) Kamal Hasan
  4. (d) C. Joseph Vijay
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) C. Joseph Vijay

Answer: Option 4 — C. Joseph Vijay
C. Joseph Vijay(TVK) was sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM (May 2026) → Option 4. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 5 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q33. The "Nirbhaya Nisha" project, operationalised on March 8, 2026, to ensure safe and independent night travel for women, is an initiative of which Indian state's police force?

  1. (a) Andhra Pradesh Police
  2. (b) Tamil Nadu Police
  3. (c) Kerala Police
  4. (d) Karnataka Police
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Kerala Police

Answer: Option 3 — Kerala Police
The 'Nirbhaya Nisha' project (safe night travel for women) is aKerala Policeinitiative → Option 3. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 4 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q34. In a unique move to combat bribery in public offices, which state government launched ‘Project Zero’ in May 2026, offering a cash reward to citizens who submit visual evidence of bribe demands?

  1. (a) Karnataka
  2. (b) Kerala
  3. (c) Maharashtra
  4. (d) Tamil Nadu
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Kerala

Answer: Option 2 — Kerala
Keralalaunched 'Project Zero' against bribery (May 2026) → Option 2. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 4 August 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q35. Which party formed the government for the first time in Tamil Nadu in May 2026?

  1. (a) Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
  2. (b) All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
  3. (c) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
  4. (d) Pattali Makkal Katchi
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam

Answer: Option 3 — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
TVKformed the Tamil Nadu government for the first time (May 2026) → Option 3. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q36. In May 2026, strong winds and heavy rainfall affected 26 districts of which of the following states?

  1. (a) Madhya Pradesh
  2. (b) Uttar Pradesh
  3. (c) Bihar
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Uttar Pradesh

Answer: Option 2 — Uttar Pradesh
In May 2026, strong winds and heavy rainfall affected 26 districts ofUttar Pradesh→ Option 2.
*(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official answer key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q37. Which political party emerged as the single largest party by winning the general elections to the assembly constituencies of Tamil Nadu in 2026?

  1. (a) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
  2. (b) All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
  3. (c) Pattali Makkal Katchi
  4. (d) Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam

Answer: Option 1 — Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
In the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections,Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)emerged as the single largest party per the key → Option 1.
*(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official answer key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q38. Which of the following states organized the 'Aaroh 2026' summer sports initiative camp?

  1. (a) Haryana
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Odisha
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Madhya Pradesh

Answer: Option 2 — Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradeshorganised the 'Aaroh 2026' summer sports initiative camp → Option 2.
*(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official answer key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q39. Which place in Manipur experienced epicenter of an earthquake in April 2026?

  1. (a) Kamjong
  2. (b) Churachandpur
  3. (c) Senapati
  4. (d) Ukhrul
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kamjong

Answer: Option 1 — Kamjong
The April 2026 Manipur earthquake had its epicentre nearKamjong→ Option 1. *(2026 current-affairs item — verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q40. In June 2026, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched the Annapurna Scheme. Who are the primary beneficiaries and what is the benefit?

  1. (a) Tribal students receiving free coaching for IIT-JEE
  2. (b) Muslim artisans receiving loans at 6% interest
  3. (c) Transgender persons receiving housing in minority colonies
  4. (d) Women receiving Rs. 3,000 monthly financial assistance
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Women receiving Rs. 3,000 monthly financial assistance

Answer: Option 4 — Women receiving ₹3,000 monthly assistance
The Annapurna Scheme's beneficiaries arewomen, given ₹3,000/monthfinancial assistance → Option 4. *(Note: the person/party named is per the paper; verify against the official key.)*
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q41. Which of the following states organised the Idhu Namma Aattam (CM Youth Festival) held in 2026?

  1. (a) Andhra Pradesh
  2. (b) Karnataka
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Tamil Nadu
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Tamil Nadu

Answer: Option 4 — Tamil Nadu
"Idhu Namma Aattam" (CM Youth Festival) 2026 was organised byTamil Nadu→ Option 4. *(Verify against the official key.)*
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 June 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q42. In collaboration with UNICEF, the Government of Telangana developed the city-level action plan “CLAP for Children” for which city?

  1. (a) Karimnagar
  2. (b) Nalgonda
  3. (c) Ranga Reddy
  4. (d) Hyderabad
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Hyderabad

CLAP for Children - City Level Action Plan
Initiative: Telangana Government + UNICEF collaboration
Focus: Child-friendly city development with comprehensive action plan
City:Hyderabad- First city in India to implement CLAP
Objective: Child rights, education, health, protection, and participation
Answer: Option 4 → Hyderabad
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q43. On 3 November 2025, which state government started the Chief Minister Jibon Prerana Scheme?

  1. (a) Sikkim
  2. (b) Manipur
  3. (c) Odisha
  4. (d) Assam
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Assam

Chief Minister Jibon Prerana Scheme
Launched:3 November 2025
State:Assam
Objective: Motivational scheme for students
Answer: Option 4 → Assam
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 June 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q44. Telangana's vision is to achieve a $3 trillion State GDP by ̲.

  1. (a) 2035
  2. (b) 2047
  3. (c) 2030
  4. (d) 2042
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 2047

Topic:Telangana State Vision
Telangana has set an ambitious economic target to transform
into a major economic powerhouse.
Vision 2047:Achieve $3 trillion State GDP by 2047,
aligning with India's centenary of independence.
This vision focuses on technology, infrastructure, and
sustainable development to drive economic growth.
Answer: Option 2 → 2047
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q45. During Seva Parv 2025 (17 September–2 October), what plantation target was fixed for Uttar Pradesh as part of the nationwide SDG-linked drive?

  1. (a) 20 lakh saplings in the state
  2. (b) 15 lakh saplings in the state
  3. (c) 5 lakh saplings in the state
  4. (d) 10 lakh saplings in the state
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 15 lakh saplings in the state

Topic: Seva Parv 2025 - Plantation Drive
Event Period:17 September – 2 October 2025
Key Facts:
• Nationwide SDG-linked plantation campaign
• Uttar Pradesh target:15 lakh saplings
• Part of sustainable development goals initiative
Answer: Option 2 → 15 lakh saplings in the state
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 3 · State firsts

Q46. In November 2025, the first-ever auction of seven limestone mineral blocks was launched in which Union Territory?

  1. (a) Jammu & Kashmir
  2. (b) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
  3. (c) Puducherry
  4. (d) Chandigarh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Jammu & Kashmir

Topic: Current Affairs - November 2025
First-ever limestone mineral blocks auction
In November 2025, the Union Territory ofJammu & Kashmirlaunched the auction of seven limestone mineral blocks.
This was a significant step in mineral resource development in the UT.
Answer: Option 1 → Jammu & Kashmir
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q47. What is the first phase of Kerala's Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) child safety rule implementation conducted in October 2024?

  1. (a) Enforcement with penalties
  2. (b) Distribution of child restraint systems
  3. (c) Social media awareness campaign
  4. (d) Stopping and warning violators
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Social media awareness campaign

Kerala MVD Child Safety Rule - October 2024
The Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) of Kerala implemented child safety rules in a phased manner.
First Phase (October 2024):
Social media awareness campaign was launched to educate parents and guardians about the importance of child restraint systems in vehicles.
This phase focused on creating public awareness before enforcement began.
Answer: Option 3 → Social media awareness campaign
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 13 June 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q48. Which Indian political leader was appointed as the central observer for the Bharatiya Janata Party’s legislative-party-leader selection in Bihar in Nov 2025?

  1. (a) Yogi Adityanath
  2. (b) Keshav Prasad Maurya
  3. (c) Arjun Ram Meghwal
  4. (d) Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Keshav Prasad Maurya

Topic:BJP Central Observer for Bihar (Nov 2025)
The Bharatiya Janata Party appointedKeshav Prasad Mauryaas the central observer for selecting the legislative party leader in Bihar.
Keshav Prasad Maurya is the Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and a senior BJP leader.
This appointment was made in November 2025 for the Bihar legislative party leader selection process.
Answer: Option 2 → Keshav Prasad Maurya
SSC GD 2026 – 31 May 2026 Shift 1 · State firsts

Q49. In May 2025, which Indian state was officially declared fully literate under the ULLAS programme ?

  1. (a) Haryana
  2. (b) Rajasthan
  3. (c) Mizoram
  4. (d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Mizoram

Correct Answer: Mizoram (Option 3)
In May 2025, Mizoram was officially declared a fully literate state under the ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) — New India Literacy Programme . ULLAS is a centrally sponsored scheme launched in 2022 to achieve 100% functional literacy among adults aged 15 years and above who missed formal schooling. Mizoram already had one of India's highest literacy rates and became one of the first states to achieve this distinction under ULLAS.
Why others are wrong:
- Haryana: Has made literacy gains but was not declared fully literate under ULLAS in May 2025.
- Rajasthan: Has relatively lower literacy rates; not declared fully literate under ULLAS in May 2025.
- Uttar Pradesh: Has one of the largest populations with significant literacy challenges; not declared fully literate.
SSC GD 2026 – 31 May 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q50. In January 2025, the security of a Mantralaya (State Secretariat) was upgraded with Facial Recognition, RFID cards, and time-slot-based visitor entry. In which state is this Mantralaya located?

  1. (a) Sikkim
  2. (b) Bihar
  3. (c) Maharashtra
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Maharashtra (Option 3)
In January 2025, the Mantralaya (Maharashtra State Secretariat) in Mumbai upgraded its security systems with Facial Recognition technology, RFID-based access cards, and time-slot-based visitor entry management. The Mantralaya is the administrative headquarters of the Maharashtra state government and is located in South Mumbai.
Why others are wrong:
- Sikkim: Sikkim's state secretariat was not the one featured in this specific January 2025 security upgrade.
- Bihar: Bihar Secretariat is located in Patna; it was not associated with this security upgrade.
- Madhya Pradesh: MP Mantralaya is in Bhopal; not the site of this particular upgrade.
SSC GD 2026 – 31 May 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q51. What is the primary objective of the Subhadra Yojana?

  1. (a) Pension for senior citizens
  2. (b) Financial assistance to economically weaker women
  3. (c) Renewable energy for homes
  4. (d) Employment for youth
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Financial assistance to economically weaker women

Correct Answer: Financial assistance to economically weaker women (Option 2)
The Subhadra Yojana is the flagship welfare scheme of the Odisha government launched in 2024. Its primary objective is to provide direct financial assistance to economically weaker women to enhance their financial independence. Eligible women receive Rs. 50,000 over 5 years (Rs. 10,000 per year, credited in two instalments of Rs. 5,000 each) directly into their bank accounts via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Why others are wrong:
- Pension for senior citizens: Odisha has separate schemes for senior citizens; Subhadra is not for pensions.
- Renewable energy for homes: Not the purpose of Subhadra Yojana.
- Employment for youth: Youth employment is addressed by different schemes; Subhadra specifically targets women's financial empowerment.
SSC GD 2026 – 30 May 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q52. What is the Subhadra Yojana in Odisha?

  1. (a) Child scholarships
  2. (b) Student loans
  3. (c) Pension for men
  4. (d) Women-centric financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over 5 years
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Women-centric financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over 5 years

Correct Answer: Women-centric financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over 5 years (Option 4)
The Subhadra Yojana is a flagship scheme launched by the Odisha government. Under this scheme, eligible women beneficiaries receive a total financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over a period of 5 years (Rs. 10,000 per year), directly transferred to their bank accounts. The scheme aims at women's financial empowerment and was launched after the BJP government came to power in Odisha in 2024.
Why others are wrong:
- Child scholarships: Not the purpose of this scheme.
- Student loans: This scheme is not about educational financing.
- Pension for men: The scheme is specifically women-centric, not for men.
SSC GD 2026 – 26 May 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q53. In July 2025, which state government launched the 'Digi-Lakshmi Yojana' to digitally empower urban poor women?

  1. (a) Maharashtra
  2. (b) Tamil Nadu
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Andhra Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer: Andhra Pradesh — Option (d)
The Andhra Pradesh state government launched the 'Digi-Lakshmi Yojana' in July 2025 to digitally empower urban poor women. About Digi-Lakshmi Yojana: Launched by: Andhra Pradesh state government; Launch date: July 2025; Purpose: To digitally empower urban poor women in Andhra Pradesh; Target beneficiaries: Urban poor women in Andhra Pradesh; Objective: To provide digital literacy, digital access, and digital financial empowerment to urban poor women; Components: Digital literacy training for poor women; Access to digital devices (smartphones/tablets) at subsidized rates; Training in online banking and digital payments; Linking beneficiaries to government welfare schemes through digital platforms; About Andhra Pradesh's welfare schemes for women: Andhra Pradesh has been proactive in launching welfare schemes for women; YSR Cheyutha : Financial assistance to women of SC/ST/BC/minority categories; YSR Aarogyasri : Health insurance; Jagananna Amma Vodi : Financial support for mothers sending children to school; The Digi-Lakshmi Yojana adds to these by focusing on DIGITAL empowerment of urban poor women; About digital empowerment of women in India: Digital India Mission aims to empower all citizens digitally; Women-specific digital programs: Aadhaar-linked Jan Dhan accounts for financial inclusion; PM MUDRA Yojana for women entrepreneurs; BharatNet for rural connectivity; Sahaj Jan Seva Kendras for digital access.
Option (a) Maharashtra — Incorrect: Maharashtra did NOT launch the Digi-Lakshmi Yojana for urban poor women in July 2025; this scheme was launched by the Andhra Pradesh state government; Maharashtra has its own women welfare schemes.
Option (b) Tamil Nadu — Incorrect: Tamil Nadu did NOT launch the Digi-Lakshmi Yojana in July 2025; this scheme was specifically launched by the Andhra Pradesh state government to digitally empower urban poor women.
Option (c) Karnataka — Incorrect: Karnataka did NOT launch the Digi-Lakshmi Yojana in July 2025; the Andhra Pradesh government launched this scheme; Karnataka has its own separate schemes like Gruha Lakshmi (financial support to women household heads) and others.
SSC GD 2026 – 25 May 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q54. Which MLA of Telangana resigned in June 2025 citing dissatisfaction with the state leadership?

  1. (a) Bandi Sanjay
  2. (b) T. Raja Singh
  3. (c) Kishan Reddy
  4. (d) Etela Rajendra
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) T. Raja Singh

Correct Answer: T. Raja Singh — Option (b)
T. Raja Singh, the BJP MLA from Goshamahal constituency in Hyderabad, Telangana, resigned in June 2025 citing dissatisfaction with the state/party leadership. About T. Raja Singh: Full name: T. Raja Singh Lodh; Constituency: Goshamahal , Hyderabad, Telangana; Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP); He is a controversial and vocal BJP MLA known for his strong statements; In June 2025, he resigned from his legislative position citing dissatisfaction with the state leadership and direction of the party; T. Raja Singh has been a prominent face of BJP in Telangana; Background on Telangana politics: Telangana state was carved out of Andhra Pradesh in 2014; Congress party won the 2023 Telangana state elections, defeating the BRS (Bharat Rashtra Samithi) of K. Chandrashekar Rao; Chief Minister: A. Revanth Reddy (Congress) since December 2023; BJP has been trying to strengthen its position in Telangana as opposition.
Option (a) Bandi Sanjay — Incorrect: Bandi Sanjay Kumar is a BJP leader in Telangana and former BJP state president — he did not resign in June 2025 citing dissatisfaction with state leadership; T. Raja Singh is the correct answer.
Option (c) Kishan Reddy — Incorrect: G. Kishan Reddy is a senior BJP leader from Telangana and Union Minister — he did not resign in June 2025 citing dissatisfaction with state leadership.
Option (d) Etela Rajendra — Incorrect: Etela Rajendra is a former TRS (now BRS) minister who later joined BJP — he is not the MLA who resigned in June 2025 citing dissatisfaction with state leadership; T. Raja Singh is the correct answer.
SSC GD 2026 – 21 May 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q55. Which politician from Odisha retired from active politics in June 2024?

  1. (a) Naveen Patnaik
  2. (b) Baijayant Panda
  3. (c) V.K. Pandian
  4. (d) Dharmendra Pradhan
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) V.K. Pandian

Correct Answer: V.K. Pandian — Option (c)
V.K. Pandian (Vishwanath Kumar Pandian) retired from active politics in June 2024 following the BJD's defeat in the Odisha state assembly elections. Key facts about V.K. Pandian: Full name: Vishwanath Kumar Pandian; IAS background: He was a 2000-batch IAS officer from the Tamil Nadu cadre who was on deputation to Odisha; He served as Private Secretary and later as the political advisor to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for many years; He resigned from the IAS in 2023 to formally join the BJD (Biju Janata Dal) and Naveen Patnaik's political activities; Election outcome: In the June 2024 Odisha assembly elections, the BJD was comprehensively defeated by the BJP — Mohan Majhi became Chief Minister; Retirement: Following the election defeat, V.K. Pandian announced his retirement from politics entirely in June 2024, stating he would no longer remain in active politics; He was widely seen as Naveen Patnaik's political successor and trusted lieutenant.
Option (a) Naveen Patnaik — Incorrect: Naveen Patnaik (long-serving Chief Minister of Odisha) did not formally retire from active politics in June 2024; while he lost the election and stepped down as CM, he remained active in the opposition; V.K. Pandian specifically announced his retirement from all political activities. The candidate selected this incorrect option.
Option (b) Baijayant Panda — Incorrect: Baijayant 'Jay' Panda is a BJP politician (Vice-President of the BJP) — he did not retire from active politics in June 2024; V.K. Pandian is the correct answer.
Option (d) Dharmendra Pradhan — Incorrect: Dharmendra Pradhan is a senior BJP leader and Union Cabinet Minister from Odisha; he did not retire from active politics in June 2024 — he remained active in the BJP government.
SSC GD 2026 – 21 May 2026 Shift 3 · State firsts

Q56. Which Indian state is establishing the world's first Black Tiger Safari?

  1. (a) Rajasthan
  2. (b) Odisha
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Andhra Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Odisha

Correct Answer: Odisha — Option (b)
Odisha is establishing the world's first Black Tiger Safari. About the Black Tiger Safari in Odisha: Location: To be set up near the Simlipal Tiger Reserve in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha; Why Odisha? Simlipal Tiger Reserve is the only known habitat of the rare pseudo-melanistic (black) tigers in the entire world; Simlipal has a significant population of these rare tigers; The Black Tiger Safari is planned to give tourists a chance to see these unique tigers in a safari setting; About Black Tigers (Pseudo-melanistic Tigers): These are NOT fully melanistic (true black) tigers; They are called 'pseudo-melanistic' because they have extremely wide, merged stripes that give them a darker/black appearance; The scientific name remains Panthera tigris tigris (Bengal tiger); The dark coloration is due to a genetic mutation (in the Taqpep gene); Simlipal hosts about 16-17 of these rare pseudo-melanistic tigers; Simlipal Tiger Reserve: Located in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha; designated as a Tiger Reserve in 1973 under Project Tiger; also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve; spread over 2,750 sq km.
Option (a) Rajasthan — Incorrect: Rajasthan is known for its Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (famous for its tiger population) but is NOT establishing the world's first Black Tiger Safari; the Black Tiger Safari is being established in Odisha (home of the unique pseudo-melanistic black tigers of Simlipal ).
Option (c) Karnataka — Incorrect: Karnataka has prominent tiger reserves ( Bandipur , Nagarhole , Bhadra) but is NOT the state establishing the world's first Black Tiger Safari; the unique pseudo-melanistic black tigers are found only in Simlipal , Odisha. The candidate selected this incorrect option.
Option (d) Andhra Pradesh — Incorrect: Andhra Pradesh is not establishing the world's first Black Tiger Safari; the rare pseudo-melanistic black tigers are endemic to Simlipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha, making Odisha the natural choice for this unique safari.
SSC GD 2026 – 20 May 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q57. Which Indian state government launched the ' Mukhyamantri Balika Samridhi Yojana' in 2025?

  1. (a) Mizoram
  2. (b) Tripura
  3. (c) Assam
  4. (d) Manipur
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Tripura

Correct Answer: Tripura — Option (b)
The ' Mukhyamantri Balika Samridhi Yojana' was launched by the Tripura state government in 2025. This scheme is aimed at the welfare and empowerment of the girl child in Tripura. Such schemes typically provide financial assistance, educational support, and social security benefits to girls from economically weaker sections to promote their education, health, and overall development. The scheme is part of Tripura's broader initiatives to improve the status of girls and women in the state, reduce gender disparity, and ensure that girls have equal opportunities in education and life.
Option (a) Mizoram — Incorrect: The Mukhyamantri Balika Samridhi Yojana was launched by Tripura, not Mizoram in 2025.
Option (c) Assam — Incorrect: Assam has its own girl child welfare schemes, but the Mukhyamantri Balika Samridhi Yojana of 2025 belongs to Tripura.
Option (d) Manipur — Incorrect: Manipur has various welfare schemes for women and girls, but the Mukhyamantri Balika Samridhi Yojana launched in 2025 is a scheme of the Tripura government.
SSC GD 2026 – 20 May 2026 Shift 1 · State firsts

Q58. Which village was declared India's first Border Solar Village in December 2024?

  1. (a) Man (Mana)
  2. (b) Masali
  3. (c) Mawlynnong
  4. (d) Khonoma
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Masali

Correct Answer: Masali — Option (b)
Masali village in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand was declared India's first Border Solar Village in December 2024. The village, located near the India-China border in the high-altitude Himalayan region, was equipped with solar power infrastructure as part of the government's initiative to provide clean, reliable energy to remote border villages. The 'Border Solar Village' initiative aims to bring solar energy to strategically important border settlements, improving quality of life for residents while also strengthening India's border infrastructure. Masali's recognition as the first such village marks a significant step in India's renewable energy outreach to remote border areas.
Option (a) Man (Mana) — Incorrect: Mana village in Chamoli district is known as India's last village before the Tibet border and has tourist significance; it was not declared India's first Border Solar Village.
Option (c) Mawlynnong — Incorrect: Mawlynnong village in Meghalaya is known as 'Asia's Cleanest Village'; it is not on the border with China and was not declared India's first Border Solar Village.
Option (d) Khonoma — Incorrect: Khonoma village in Nagaland is known as India's first green village; it is not a border village and was not declared India's first Border Solar Village.
SSC GD 2026 – 20 May 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q59. Prem Singh Tamang (P.S. Golay) took oath for the second term as Chief Minister of which northeastern state in 2024?

  1. (a) Sikkim
  2. (b) Mizoram
  3. (c) Arunachal Pradesh
  4. (d) Meghalaya
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Sikkim

Correct Answer: Sikkim — Option (a)
Prem Singh Tamang (popularly known as P.S. Golay), the leader of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party, took oath as the Chief Minister of Sikkim for his second consecutive term in June 2024. Key facts: The Sikkim Legislative Assembly elections were held in April 2024 simultaneously with the Lok Sabha elections; The SKM (Sikkim Krantikari Morcha) won a landslide victory, securing 31 out of 32 seats in the Sikkim assembly (the largest majority in Sikkim's electoral history); P.S. Golay had first become Chief Minister in 2019 when SKM ended the 25-year rule of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) under Pawan Kumar Chamling; His second oath-taking ceremony as CM was held in June 2024 in Gangtok, Sikkim's capital.
Option (b) Mizoram — Incorrect: The Chief Minister of Mizoram (after the 2023 elections) is Lalduhoma of the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM); P.S. Tamang/Golay is the CM of Sikkim, not Mizoram.
Option (c) Arunachal Pradesh — Incorrect: Pema Khandu of the BJP is the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh; P.S. Golay/Tamang is the CM of Sikkim.
Option (d) Meghalaya — Incorrect: Conrad Sangma of the National People's Party (NPP) is the Chief Minister of Meghalaya; P.S. Golay/Tamang is specifically the Chief Minister of Sikkim who took oath for his second term in 2024.
SSC GD 2026 – 20 May 2026 Shift 3 · State firsts

Q60. In which state will India's first biopolymer manufacturing plant be established?

  1. (a) Bihar
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Chhattisgarh
  4. (d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh — Option (d)
India's first biopolymer manufacturing plant is to be established in Uttar Pradesh. Key facts: Biopolymers are polymers (large molecules) produced by living organisms or through biological processes; they include materials like PLA (polylactic acid), PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), and other biodegradable plastics that serve as eco-friendly alternatives to petroleum-based plastics; India's first biopolymer manufacturing facility planned in Uttar Pradesh marks a significant step toward green manufacturing and reducing plastic pollution; Uttar Pradesh has been actively attracting industrial investments through initiatives like the UP Global Investors Summit (GIS) and the state's industrial policy; The establishment of a biopolymer plant aligns with India's national goals on reducing single-use plastics and promoting sustainable manufacturing under the 'Plastic Waste Management' framework; Biopolymers are increasingly important for packaging, agriculture (mulch films), medical devices, and consumer goods industries.
Option (a) Bihar — Incorrect: India's first biopolymer manufacturing plant is planned for Uttar Pradesh, not Bihar; while Bihar has been attracting investments in food processing and other industries, the biopolymer plant has been announced for UP.
Option (b) Madhya Pradesh — Incorrect: The biopolymer plant is planned for Uttar Pradesh, not Madhya Pradesh; Madhya Pradesh has significant industrial investments but not this specific first biopolymer facility.
Option (c) Chhattisgarh — Incorrect: India's first biopolymer manufacturing plant is planned for Uttar Pradesh, not Chhattisgarh; Chhattisgarh is known for steel, minerals, and power sector investments, not the biopolymer sector.
SSC GD 2026 – 18 May 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q61. Which state government has planned to develop Asia's largest jungle safari in the Aravalli hills?

  1. (a) Haryana
  2. (b) Rajasthan
  3. (c) Gujarat
  4. (d) Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Haryana

Correct Answer: Haryana — Option (a)
The Haryana government announced plans to develop Asia's largest jungle safari in the Aravalli hills. The proposed jungle safari is planned in the Aravalli range within Haryana, spread over a large area in the Gurugram-Faridabad region. The project aims to create a world-class wildlife safari that would conserve the Aravalli biodiversity while also serving as an eco-tourism destination. The Aravalli range is one of the world's oldest mountain ranges and spans across Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, and Gujarat; the safari project specifically pertains to the Haryana portion. The initiative is part of Haryana's push for eco-tourism and conservation of the Aravalli ecosystem.
Option (b) Rajasthan — Incorrect: While the Aravalli range passes through Rajasthan as well, the announcement of Asia's largest jungle safari in the Aravalli hills was by the Haryana government.
Option (c) Gujarat — Incorrect: Gujarat is known for Gir National Park (Asiatic lions) and Marine National Park; the Aravalli jungle safari project is in Haryana.
Option (d) Delhi — Incorrect: The Aravalli range touches Delhi's southern border, but the jungle safari project was announced by the Haryana government, not Delhi.
SSC GD 2026 – 18 May 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q62. Which Union Territory has started tree geo-tagging as a step to protect its natural heritage?

  1. (a) Jammu & Kashmir
  2. (b) Delhi
  3. (c) Puducherry
  4. (d) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Jammu & Kashmir

Correct Answer: Jammu & Kashmir — Option (a)
The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir initiated tree geo-tagging as part of its efforts to protect and conserve its rich natural heritage. The J&K administration launched geo-tagging of trees — including the iconic Chinar trees (Platanus orientalis ), which are a symbol of Kashmir's natural and cultural heritage — to create a digital database for monitoring, conservation, and protection. Geo-tagging involves attaching GPS coordinates and other data to each tree, enabling authorities to track individual trees, prevent illegal felling, and monitor the health of tree populations. This initiative aligns with India's broader environmental conservation goals and the protection of J&K's unique biodiversity.
Option (b) Delhi — Incorrect: While Delhi has conducted tree surveys and census activities, the specific initiative of tree geo-tagging for natural heritage protection was launched by Jammu & Kashmir.
Option (c) Puducherry — Incorrect: Puducherry (Pondicherry) has not been specifically known for launching tree geo-tagging for natural heritage conservation; this initiative was by Jammu & Kashmir.
Option (d) Andaman and Nicobar Islands — Incorrect: While the Andaman & Nicobar Islands have rich forest biodiversity, the tree geo-tagging for natural heritage protection initiative was specifically associated with Jammu & Kashmir.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q63. After months of deadlock and implementation refusal, which State Government in November 2025 mandated the digitization of Waqf properties on the UMEED portal?

  1. (a) Andhra Pradesh
  2. (b) West Bengal
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Bihar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) West Bengal

Topic: Waqf Property Digitization (November 2025)
After months of deadlock and resistance,West Bengal Governmentmandated the digitization of Waqf properties on theUMEED portalin November 2025.
UMEED (Unified Management of Endowment and Estate Data) is a centralized digital platform for managing Waqf properties across India.
West Bengal had initially refused implementation but later complied with the directive.
Answer: Option 2 → West Bengal
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q64. Who became the Chief Minister of Delhi in February 2025, marking the Bharatiya Janata Party's return to power in the capital after 27 years?

  1. (a) Atishi Marlena
  2. (b) Manish Sisodia
  3. (c) Parvesh Verma
  4. (d) Rekha Gupta
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Rekha Gupta

Topic: Current Affairs - Delhi Politics 2025
In February 2025,Rekha Guptabecame the Chief Minister of Delhi.
This marked theBharatiya Janata Party's (BJP)return to power in Delhi after 27 years.
The BJP last held power in Delhi in 1998.
Answer: Option 4 → Rekha Gupta
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 9 May 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q65. The sports event Bastar Olympics 2025 was launched in October 2025 in which Indian state?

  1. (a) Chhattisgarh
  2. (b) Odisha
  3. (c) Jharkhand
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Chhattisgarh

Topic:Bastar Olympics 2025
Bastar Olympicsis a grassroots sports initiative launched in the tribal-dominated Bastar region.
The event was launched inOctober 2024(not 2025) inChhattisgarh.
It aims to promote traditional and modern sports among tribal youth in Bastar division.
Answer: Option 1 → Chhattisgarh
SSC GD 2026 – 8 May 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q66. Which scheme was launched in September 2024 in Maharashtra
to support early-stage women-led startups?

  1. (a) Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana
  2. (b) Acharya Chanakya Kaushal Vikas Yojana
  3. (c) Maharashtra Innovation Startup Initiative
  4. (d) Maha-Fund Startup Sahayata Yojana
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana

Correct Answer: Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana — Option (a)
The Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana was launched by the Maharashtra government in September 2024 to support early-stage women-led startups. The scheme is named after the legendary Maratha queen and administrator Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore. It provides financial support, mentoring, and incubation assistance to women entrepreneurs in their initial stages of business development.
Option (b) Acharya Chanakya Kaushal Vikas Yojana — Incorrect: This is a skill development scheme for youth in Maharashtra; it is not specifically for women-led startups.
Option (c) Maharashtra Innovation Startup Initiative — Incorrect: This is not the name of the scheme launched in September 2024 for women-led startups in Maharashtra.
Option (d) Maha-Fund Startup Sahayata Yojana — Incorrect: This is not the official name of the scheme launched for women startups in Maharashtra in 2024.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 1 · State firsts

Q67. Which city’s metro rail system’s first phase was inaugurated on 6 October 2025, making it the 24ᵗʰ Indian city with a functional metro?

  1. (a) Patna
  2. (b) Lucknow
  3. (c) Kolkata
  4. (d) Bhubaneswar
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Patna

Topic: Recent Metro Rail Inaugurations in India
Patna Metro Rail- First phase inaugurated on6 October 2025.
Patna became the24th Indian citywith a functional metro system.
The first phase connects Danapur to Mithapur covering approximately 14 km.
Answer: Option 1 → Patna
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q68. Which category of beneficiaries is eligible for ₹1 lakh under Telangana’s Revanth Anna ka Sahara-Miskeen la Kosam scheme launched in September 2025?

  1. (a) Overseas migrant workers from Telangana
  2. (b) Minority teachers in private institutions
  3. (c) Tribal self-help groups
  4. (d) Economically weak Muslim families
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Economically weak Muslim families

Revanth Anna ka Sahara-Miskeen la Kosam Scheme
Launched: September 2025 in Telangana
Objective: Financial assistance to economically weak sections
Beneficiaries: Economically weak Muslim families
Financial Aid: ₹1 lakh per eligible family
Answer: Option 4 → Economically weak Muslim families
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q69. In Uttar Pradesh, which city’s police in December 2025 launched dedicated Closed User Group (CUG) phone numbers, enabling women to directly contact Mission Shakti Centre in-charges at police stations?

  1. (a) Patna
  2. (b) Lucknow
  3. (c) Chandigarh
  4. (d) Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Lucknow

Topic: Mission Shakti Initiative - Uttar Pradesh
Key Facts:
1.Lucknow Policelaunched dedicated CUG phone numbers in December 2025
2. Initiative enables women to directly contact Mission Shakti Centre in-charges
3. CUG numbers provided at police stations for women's safety
4. Part of UP's Mission Shakti program for women empowerment
Note: Patna is in Bihar, Chandigarh is UT, Delhi is NCT - not in UP
Answer: Option 2 → Lucknow
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q70. In September 2025, which State Government launched a scheme 'KFC Machinery Loan Scheme for MSMEs' offering loans up to ₹5 crore (without collateral) under certain conditions?

  1. (a) Assam
  2. (b) Kerala
  3. (c) Tamil Nadu
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Kerala

KFC Machinery Loan Scheme for MSMEs
Launched:September 2025
State:Kerala
Key Features:
• Loans up to₹5 crore
•Without collateral(under certain conditions)
• Targeted atMSMEs(Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises)
Answer: Option 2 → Kerala
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 22 March 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q71. In December 2025, enforcement of a statewide prohibition on physical and emotional punishment in schools, in accordance with the provisions of the Right to Education Act, 2009, was carried out by which of the following states?

  1. (a) Manipur
  2. (b) Punja b
  3. (c) Kerala
  4. (d) Maharashtra
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Maharashtra

Topic: Right to Education Act, 2009 - Corporal Punishment Ban
Key Facts:
1. RTE Act 2009 prohibits physical and mental harassment of children in schools.
2. InDecember 2025,Maharashtraenforced statewide ban on corporal punishment.
3. This includes both physical and emotional punishment in all schools.
Answer: Option 4 → Maharashtra
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q72. Under the Delhi Women & Child Development (WCD) Department’s Women Safety Policy, 2025, what mandatory arrangement must be made for women staff if they are required to work late hours?

  1. (a) Transport
  2. (b) Accommodation
  3. (c) Bonus
  4. (d) Dinner
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Transport

Under this policy, if women staff are required to work late hours:
→ The employer must mandatorily provide TRANSPORT arrangements.
Key provisions of the policy:
• Safe transportation (cab/vehicle) after late-night duty.
• Women-friendly workplace environment.
• CCTV cameras, well-lit paths in office premises.
• Complaint redressal mechanism for workplace harassment.
Answer: Option 1 → Transport
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q73. In December 2025, the Punjab government directed strict enforcement of which policy to safeguard schoolchildren during dense winter fog (mandatory visibility measures, reduced speed, reflectors, headlights and fog lights)?

  1. (a) National Road Safety Policy
  2. (b) Safe School Vehicle Policy
  3. (c) Motor Vehicles Safety Compliance Programme
  4. (d) National School Safety and Security Guidelines
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Safe School Vehicle Policy

Punjab directed strict enforcement of Safe School Vehicle Policy
to protect schoolchildren during dense winter fog.
Mandatory measures:
• Minimum visibility requirements.
• Reduced speed limits near schools.
• Reflectors, headlights and fog lights compulsory.
Answer: Option 2 → Safe School Vehicle Policy
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 10 March 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q74. Who took the oath as Bihar's Chief Minister for the record 10ᵗʰ time in 2025?

  1. (a) Tejashwi Prasad Yadav
  2. (b) Lalu Prasad Yadav
  3. (c) Shri Nishant Kumar
  4. (d) Shri Nitish Kumar
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Shri Nitish Kumar

Correct option is 4: Shri Nitish Kumar.
He took oath as Bihar's Chief Minister for a record 10th time in 2025.
This makes him the longest-serving CM of Bihar by number of terms.
This fact is notable in Indian state politics.
Hence, the answer is Shri Nitish Kumar.
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 February 2026 · State firsts

Q75. In December 2024, Masli, a village in which state, became the first border solar village in India?

  1. (a) Gujarat
  2. (b) Odisha
  3. (c) Karnataka
  4. (d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Gujarat

Masli, a village in Gujarat, became the first border solar village in India in December 2024.
This achievement highlights Gujarat's progress in adopting renewable energy solutions, especially in border areas.
Hence, the correct option is Gujarat.
Final answer: Option 1
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 February 2026 · State schemes and events

Q76. In 2025, which Indian state government announced a legacy policy aimed at ensuring the long-term utilization of sports infrastructure developed for the National Games?

  1. (a) Maharashtra
  2. (b) Bihar
  3. (c) Uttarakhand
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Uttarakhand

The legacy policy to ensure long-term use of sports infrastructure from the National Games was announced by the Uttarakhand government in 2025.
This policy aims at maximising the utility of the facilities beyond the event.
Hence, Uttarakhand is the correct answer.
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 February 2026 · State schemes and events

Q77. Who is the Chairperson of the Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) supporting the STREE Summit 2025?

  1. (a) CV Anand
  2. (b) Joshna Chinappa
  3. (c) Geeta Goti
  4. (d) C Shekar Reddy
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) CV Anand

Explanation:
TheSTREE Summit 2025was organized by theHyderabad City Security Council (HCSC)in Hyderabad.
TheChairperson of HCSCsupporting the summit isC. V. Anand, who is also theHyderabad City Police Commissioner.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q78. Which district in Odisha was declared child marriage-free on 3rd January 2022 due to initiatives like "Nirbhaya Kadhi" and "Mo Gelha Jhia"?

  1. (a) Keonjhar
  2. (b) Deogarh
  3. (c) Dhenkanal
  4. (d) Ganjam
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Ganjam

The correct answer is (d) Ganjam.
Ganjam district in Odisha was declared child marriage-free on January 3, 2022, owing to successful community-driven initiatives like 'Nirbhaya Kadhi' (fearless girl child) and 'Mo Gelha Jhia' (my daughter-in-law's daughter). The district administration, NGOs, and community leaders worked together to prevent child marriages and promote girls' education and rights.
(a) Keonjhar : An Odisha district known for mining; not declared child marriage-free under these specific initiatives.
(b) Deogarh: A smaller Odisha district; not associated with this specific announcement.
(c) Dhenkanal: An Odisha district; not declared child marriage-free under these initiatives.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q79. Which state or Union Territory (UT) government announced the 'Pujari Granthi Samman Yojna' to provide a monthly allowance to religious figures?

  1. (a) Punjab
  2. (b) Haryana
  3. (c) Delhi
  4. (d) Uttarakhand
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Delhi

The correct answer is (c) Delhi.
The Delhi government (under Aam Aadmi Party) announced the 'Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana' to provide a monthly financial allowance of ₹18,000 to Hindu temple priests (pujaris) and Sikh gurdwara granthis in Delhi. The scheme aimed to provide financial security to religious figures who serve communities but often lack regular income.
(a) Punjab: The Punjab government (also AAP) has its own welfare schemes but did not announce the Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana; this was a Delhi-specific scheme.
(b) Haryana: Has its own state welfare schemes; the Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana was not from Haryana.
(d) Uttarakhand: A BJP-governed state with different welfare priorities; the Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana was not announced here.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q80. Who took over as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh after the 2023 state elections and was prominent in 2024 governance news?

  1. (a) T. S. Singh Deo
  2. (b) Vishnu Deo Sai
  3. (c) Raman Singh
  4. (d) Bhupesh Baghel
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Vishnu Deo Sai

Vishnu Deo Sai, a tribal leader from the BJP, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh on December 13, 2023, after the BJP's decisive victory in the state elections. He is the first tribal CM of Chhattisgarh and remained prominent in 2024 governance news.
(a) Incorrect: T.S. Singh Deo was a senior Congress leader who served as Deputy CM under Bhupesh Baghel; he did not become CM after 2023 elections.
(b) Incorrect: Raman Singh served as CM of Chhattisgarh from 2003–2018 under BJP; he did not return as CM after 2023 elections.
(c) Incorrect: Bhupesh Baghel served as CM from 2018–2023 under Congress but lost the 2023 elections to BJP.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q81. Mohan Charan Majhi became the first-ever BJP Chief Minister of Odisha in 2024. Whose 24-year-long tenure as CM did he end?

  1. (a) Mamata Banerjee
  2. (b) Naveen Patnaik
  3. (c) Jagan Mohan Reddy
  4. (d) Ashok Gehlot
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Naveen Patnaik

Naveen Patnaik served as Chief Minister of Odisha for 24 years (2000–2024), making him one of India's longest-serving CMs. Mohan Charan Majhi of BJP became CM after BJP's victory in 2024.
(a) Incorrect: Mamata Banerjee is the Chief Minister of West Bengal, not Odisha.
(b) Incorrect: Jagan Mohan Reddy was CM of Andhra Pradesh, not Odisha.
(c) Incorrect: Ashok Gehlot was the former CM of Rajasthan, unrelated to Odisha politics.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q82. Which Delhi official introduced in 2025 the concept of mini secretariats and gaushala districts?

  1. (a) Atishi Marlena
  2. (b) Raghav Chadha
  3. (c) Arvind Kejriwal
  4. (d) Rekha Gupta
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta introduced the concept of mini secretariats in each district along with gaushala districts in 2025, aiming to improve grassroots governance and facilitate cow protection.
(a) Incorrect: Atishi Marlena was the Education and Finance Minister in the earlier AAP government; she did not introduce mini secretariats in 2025.
(b) Incorrect: Raghav Chadha is a Rajya Sabha MP and is not a Delhi government official responsible for this initiative.
(c) Incorrect: Arvind Kejriwal is the former Delhi CM who lost the 2025 election; this initiative was launched by the new BJP-led government under Rekha Gupta.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 1 · State elections and results

Q83. Who is the Leader of the Opposition in Delhi after the 2025 elections?

  1. (a) Atishi Marlena
  2. (b) Arvind Kejriwal
  3. (c) Shelly Oberoi
  4. (d) Bandana Kumari
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Atishi Marlena

After the February 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, BJP won a majority and AAP moved to the opposition. Atishi Marlena (Atishi) became the Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
(b) Incorrect: Arvind Kejriwal was the Chief Minister when AAP was in power; after the 2025 loss he was not the LoP .
(c) Incorrect: Shelly Oberoi is associated with Delhi Municipal Corporation, not the Assembly opposition.
(d) Incorrect: Bandana Kumari was not elected LoP .
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q84. The Uttarakhand UCC Bill, 2024, exempts which group from its provisions?

  1. (a) Hindus
  2. (b) Muslims
  3. (c) Christians
  4. (d) Scheduled Tribes
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Scheduled Tribes

The Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill 2024 was the first UCC enacted by any Indian state. While it applies uniformly to most residents regarding marriage, divorce, inheritance, and succession, it explicitly exempts Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities from its provisions, thereby preserving their customary personal laws, traditions, and practices as protected under the Fifth and Sixth Schedules of the Constitution.
(a) Incorrect: Hindus are covered by the Uttarakhand UCC; they are not exempted.
(b) Incorrect: Muslims residing in Uttarakhand are covered by the UCC; they are not explicitly exempted.
(c) Incorrect: Christians in Uttarakhand are also covered by the UCC provisions; Scheduled Tribes are the exempted group.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q85. Who addressed the inaugural event of Uttar Pradesh Day as the Chief Guest in January 2025?

  1. (a) President Droupadi Murmu
  2. (b) Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar
  3. (c) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
  4. (d) Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar

The correct answer is Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar (Option 2).
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed the inaugural event of Uttar Pradesh Day as the Chief Guest in January 2025. Uttar Pradesh Day is celebrated on January 24, commemorating the state's foundation day.
Option 1 - President Droupadi Murmu: President Murmu did not serve as Chief Guest at the UP Day inaugural event in January 2025.
Option 3 - Defence Minister Rajnath Singh: While Rajnath Singh is from UP, he was not identified as the Chief Guest for this specific event.
Option 4 - Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal: Piyush Goyal did not serve as Chief Guest at the UP Day inaugural event in January 2025.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 2 · State firsts

Q86. Which state launched its first dedicated cycad garden in May 2025, designed to preserve and promote these ancient seed plants?

  1. (a) Rajasthan
  2. (b) Himachal Pradesh
  3. (c) Madhya Pradesh
  4. (d) Uttarakhand
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Uttarakhand

The correct answer is Uttarakhand (Option 4).
Uttarakhand launched its first dedicated cycad garden in May 2025 to preserve and promote cycads — ancient seed plants that have existed for over 280 million years and are often called 'living fossils.' The garden aims to conserve these rare and endangered plants and promote awareness about plant biodiversity.
Option 1 - Rajasthan: Rajasthan did not launch a dedicated cycad garden in May 2025.
Option 2 - Himachal Pradesh: Himachal Pradesh was not reported as launching a cycad garden in May 2025.
Option 3 - Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh was not the state that launched India's first dedicated cycad garden in May 2025.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 3 · State firsts

Q87. Which village in Himachal Pradesh was declared as the state's first solar model village in June 2025, signifying a major push for renewable energy at the grassroots level?

  1. (a) Mukhya Khas Village
  2. (b) Raja Khas Village
  3. (c) Purana Khas Village
  4. (d) Suraj Khas Village
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Raja Khas Village

The correct answer is Raja Khas Village (Option 2).
Raja Khas Village in Himachal Pradesh was declared the state's first solar model village in June 2025. This initiative represents a significant step in promoting renewable energy adoption at the village level, helping communities transition to clean and sustainable energy sources.
Option 1 - Mukhya Khas Village: Mukhya Khas Village was not announced as the first solar model village in Himachal Pradesh.
Option 3 - Purana Khas Village: Purana Khas Village was not identified in official announcements as the solar model village.
Option 4 - Suraj Khas Village: Despite the name 'Suraj' (meaning Sun) seeming relevant, Suraj Khas Village was not the declared solar model village.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 22 December 2025 Shift 3 · State elections and results

Q88. Following a major political transition in the National Capital Territory, who was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi in February 2025?

  1. (a) Atishi Marlena
  2. (b) Rekha Gupta
  3. (c) Swati Maliwal
  4. (d) Meenakshi Lekhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Rekha Gupta

The correct answer is Rekha Gupta (Option 2).
Rekha Gupta, a senior BJP leader, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Delhi in February 2025 after the BJP's decisive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, ending AAP's decade-long rule.
Option 1 - Atishi Marlena: She was a minister in the previous AAP government and briefly served as CM, but was not sworn in as CM in February 2025.
Option 3 - Swati Maliwal : She is a Rajya Sabha MP and former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, not the CM.
Option 4 - Meenakshi Lekhi: She is a BJP politician and former Minister of State for External Affairs, but was not sworn in as Delhi CM.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 19 December 2025 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q89. Which state government in India launched the PARTH Yojana in early 2025?

  1. (a) Rajasthan
  2. (b) Madhya Pradesh
  3. (c) Uttar Pradesh
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Madhya Pradesh

The Madhya Pradesh government launched the PARTH (Parivar Arthik Sahayata ) Yojana in early 2025 to provide financial assistance to families facing economic hardship. The scheme reflects the Madhya Pradesh government's focus on social welfare and direct benefit transfer to vulnerable sections of society, building on a series of welfare schemes introduced in the state.
Option 1 is incorrect: Rajasthan did not launch the PARTH Yojana; the scheme was initiated by the Madhya Pradesh government.
Option 3 is incorrect: Uttar Pradesh did not launch the PARTH Yojana in early 2025.
Option 4 is incorrect: Gujarat did not launch the PARTH Yojana; it was launched by the Madhya Pradesh government.
SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 11 December 2025 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q90. The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) of Uttarakhand officially came into effect on which date?

  1. (a) March 13, 2024
  2. (b) January 1, 2024
  3. (c) January 1, 2025
  4. (d) January 27, 2025
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) January 27, 2025

Correct Answer: January 27, 2025 (Option 4)
Uttarakhand became the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The UCC of Uttarakhand officially came into effect on January 27, 2025. The UCC governs personal matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption under a uniform set of laws for all citizens, irrespective of religion.
March 13, 2024 was when the Uttarakhand UCC Bill received the President's assent.
January 1, 2024 was not the date of implementation.
January 1, 2025 was the date the rules were notified, but the actual effective date of implementation was January 27, 2025.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 29 November 2025 Shift 2 · State schemes and events

Q91. In July 2025, the National Green Tribunal has imposed a total fine of Rs. 23.7 crore on authorities in _____ over green belt pollution.

  1. (a) Uttar Pradesh
  2. (b) Bihar
  3. (c) Jharkhand
  4. (d) Gujarat
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Uttar Pradesh

In July 2025, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) imposed a total fine of Rs. 23.7 crore on authorities in Uttar Pradesh over green belt pollution. The fine was imposed due to violations related to the destruction of green belts and failure to maintain green cover as mandated by environmental norms.
Bihar, Jharkhand, and Gujarat are incorrect options for this specific NGT ruling.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q92. Which of the following state government has planned to develop Jhajjar-Bachauli wildlife sanctuary as 1st leopard safari destination in the state?

  1. (a) Punjab
  2. (b) Gujarat
  3. (c) Andhra Pradesh
  4. (d) Telangana
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Punjab

The Punjab state government has planned to develop Jhajjar-Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary as the first leopard safari destination in the state. This initiative aims to boost wildlife tourism and conservation of leopards in the region.
Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana are not associated with this sanctuary or this specific wildlife safari initiative. Hence, Punjab is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q93. Who assumed the Chief Ministership of Odisha in June 2024?

  1. (a) Naveen Patnaik
  2. (b) Mohan Charan Majhi
  3. (c) Bhajan Lal Sharma
  4. (d) Prem Singh Tamang
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Mohan Charan Majhi

Correct Answer: Mohan Charan Majhi (Option 2)
Mohan Charan Majhi of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) assumed the Chief Ministership of Odisha in June 2024. He became the Chief Minister after the BJP won the Odisha Assembly elections, ending the 24-year rule of Naveen Patnaik and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD).
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - Naveen Patnaik: He was the outgoing Chief Minister, having served for 24 years before the BJP's victory.
Option 3 - Bhajan Lal Sharma: He is the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, not Odisha.
Option 4 - Prem Singh Tamang: He is the Chief Minister of Sikkim, not Odisha.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 25 November 2025 Shift 2 · State firsts

Q94. India's first Public Private Partnership Green Waste Processing plant has been set up in _____.

  1. (a) Indore
  2. (b) Patna
  3. (c) Ranchi
  4. (d) Jamshedpur
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Indore

India's first Public Private Partnership (PPP) Green Waste Processing plant was set up in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Indore has consistently ranked as India's cleanest city under the Swachh Survekshan for multiple years and has been a pioneer in waste management and processing.
Patna, Ranchi, and Jamshedpur are not associated with this distinction.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 22 November 2025 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q95. In October 2024, Nayab Singh Saini was elected as the Chief Minister of which state?

  1. (a) Meghalaya
  2. (b) Karnataka
  3. (c) Haryana
  4. (d) Andhra Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Haryana

Nayab Singh Saini was elected as Chief Minister of Haryana after the BJP won the Haryana Assembly Elections in October 2024.
Meghalaya, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh are governed by different parties and leaders.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 20 November 2025 Shift 2 · State elections and results

Q96. In November 2024, Hemant Soren took oath as Chief Minister of which state?

  1. (a) Chhattisgarh
  2. (b) Jharkhand
  3. (c) Telangana
  4. (d) Rajasthan
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Jharkhand

Correct Answer: Jharkhand
Hemant Soren of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) took oath as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand in November 2024 after the JMM-led alliance won the Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024. This was Soren's third term as Chief Minister of Jharkhand. The JMM-Congress-RJD alliance defeated the BJP-led NDA coalition.
Why other options are wrong:
- Chhattisgarh: Vishnu Deo Sai is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh (BJP, since December 2023).
- Telangana: A. Revanth Reddy is the CM of Telangana (Congress, since December 2023).
- Rajasthan: Bhajan Lal Sharma is the CM of Rajasthan (BJP, since December 2023).
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 19 November 2025 Shift 2 · State firsts

Q97. India's first e-waste recycling park is to be built in _____.

  1. (a) Bhopal
  2. (b) Kota
  3. (c) Dehradun
  4. (d) Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Delhi

Correct Answer: Delhi (Option 4)
India's first e-waste recycling park is to be built in Delhi. The park is planned to handle electronic waste in an environmentally responsible manner, providing infrastructure for collecting, dismantling, and recycling e-waste safely. Delhi generates one of the highest quantities of e-waste in India.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 - Bhopal: The first e-waste recycling park is planned for Delhi, not Bhopal.
Option 2 - Kota: Incorrect location.
Option 3 - Dehradun: Incorrect location.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q98. In August 2025, Assam has launched the Operation Falcon _____.

  1. (a) to protect one-horned rhinos from poachers
  2. (b) to deport illegal migrants from Bangladesh to their country
  3. (c) to tackle naxalism in the state
  4. (d) to tackle leakages in direct benefit transfer
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) to protect one-horned rhinos from poachers

Operation Falcon was launched by Assam in August 2025 to protect the iconic one-horned rhinoceros from poachers. The Indian one-horned rhinoceros is primarily found in Assam's Kaziranga National Park and is a protected species. This operation involved intensified anti-poaching patrols and intelligence operations. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 - Deportation of illegal migrants: Assam has conducted separate operations for this purpose; Operation Falcon is specifically about rhino protection. Option 3 - Naxalism : Naxal-related operations are more common in states like Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. Option 4 - DBT leakages: This is an administrative/financial issue unrelated to Operation Falcon.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 18 November 2025 Shift 3 · State schemes and events

Q99. Under Subhadra Yojana introduced in September 2024 by Odisha government, over what period (in years) do beneficiaries receive Rs. 50000?

  1. (a) 3
  2. (b) 5
  3. (c) 4
  4. (d) 6
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 5

Correct Answer: 5 (Option 2)
The Subhadra Yojana was launched by the Odisha government in September 2024, named after Goddess Subhadra. Under this scheme, eligible women beneficiaries receive a financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over a period of 5 years (Rs. 10,000 per year for 5 years). The amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account in two instalments of Rs. 5,000 each year — on Raksha Bandhan and the beneficiary's birthday.
Options 3 years, 4 years, and 6 years are incorrect periods for this scheme.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 1 · State schemes and events

Q100. What is the primary objective of the Subhadra Yojana launched by Odisha Government?

  1. (a) To provide housing amenities to women
  2. (b) To give financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over five years to women aged 21-60
  3. (c) To offer educational scholarships to female students
  4. (d) To support women entrepreneurs with loans
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) To give financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 over five years to women aged 21-60

The Subhadra Yojana, launched by the Odisha government in 2024, aims to provide direct financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 to women aged 21-60 years, disbursed in installments over five years (Rs. 10,000 per year). The scheme is intended to enhance financial independence and empowerment of women in Odisha. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 - Housing amenities: Housing schemes like PM Awas Yojana cover this, not Subhadra Yojana. Option 3 - Educational scholarships: Not the objective of Subhadra Yojana. Option 4 - Loans to women entrepreneurs: Schemes like Mudra Yojana cover this purpose.
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