Government Schemes [India & States] Current Affairs MCQs

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The government is planning to launch a revised incentive scheme, Scheme for Promotion of Manufacturing of Electronic Components and Semiconductors (SPECS), with allocation up to ₹10,000 crore. This move aims to boost electronic components and semiconductor manufacturing in alignment with the semiconductor mission to establish India as a global electronics hub.

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NAMO Drone Didi, was launched by the Prime Minister recently during interaction with beneficiaries of central government’s schemes. NAMO Drone Didi Initiative aims to supply drones to 15,000 women Self Help Groups (SHGs) to rent to farmers for agriculture purposes.
The NAMO Drone Didi initiative positions rural women at the forefront of the rural economy by integrating cutting-edge drone technology into agriculture.

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Recently, 1467 projects of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) have been brought under the Bhoomi Rashi Portal. The objective of Bhoomi Rashi portal is to provide a single point platform for online processing of land acquisition notifications to accelerate highway infrastructure development projects in India and payment of compensation for land acquisition.

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Mission Karmayogi, the government’s capacity building scheme for civil servants was extended with new features. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched My iGOT, Blended Programs and Curated Programs on the digital iGOT Karmayogi platform. My iGOT provides targeted courses matching individual and organizational needs. Blended Programs integrate offline and online learning components. VIKAS is a blended course on developing functional, behavioral and technological competencies among mid-level civil servants. The extensions aim to groom civil servants to be more innovative, progressive and technology-enabled.

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Leprosy, also referred to as Hansen’s disease, is caused by Mycobacterium leprae. This condition impacts the skin, peripheral nerves, mucosal surfaces of the upper respiratory tract, and the eyes. Occurring across all age groups, leprosy is treatable. The transmission of leprosy occurs through droplets from the nose and mouth during close and frequent contact with untreated cases. India achieved the status of “Leprosy Eliminated” in 2005. The Plan & Roadmap for Leprosy (2023-27) aims to bolster the campaign against leprosy. Nikusth 2.0 serves as an integrated portal for leprosy case management under the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP).

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Uttar Pradesh has been the largest recipient of funds under the Centre’s “Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Expenditure/Investment” over the last 4 years. It has received over ₹22,800 crore so far out of the ₹1.67 lakh crore allocated overall under this scheme. This major financial assistance aligns with the BJP’s focus on touting a strong development record in UP ahead of 2024 national elections.

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In 2018, the Government of India launched the Anaemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) strategy to reduce prevalence of anaemia in women, children and adolescents through life cycle approach. The 6X6X6 strategy aims to reduce anaemia among six beneficiaries age groups through implementation of six interventions and six institutional mechanisms.

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Nikshay Poshan Yojana (NPY) was introduced by the government in April 2018 with the primary aim of providing financial assistance to tuberculosis (TB) patients for their nutritional needs. Recognizing undernutrition as a significant risk factor for TB, the scheme offers ₹500 per month as direct benefit transfer (DBT) to TB patients. This monetary support is intended to help patients purchase food and maintain a nutritious diet throughout the duration of their TB treatment. The scheme has seen a gradual increase in beneficiaries over the years, indicating its growing reach and importance in supporting TB patients’ nutritional needs.

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The ‘National Single Window System (NSWS)’ launched by India’s Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is primarily designed to streamline the import of medical devices. Developed by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) through Invest India, this unified portal aims to create a centralized platform for investors, thus enhancing the ease of doing business. The NSWS serves as a one-stop-shop for all approvals related to the import of medical devices, facilitating applications for certificates of registration, manufacturing licenses, and import licenses. This initiative represents a significant step towards simplifying and consolidating the regulatory processes in the medical device sector in India.

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The food security scheme in Rajasthan, previously known as Indira Rasoi Yojana, has been renamed to Shree Annapurna Rasoi Yojana by the BJP-led government under Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. This scheme aims to provide subsidized meals to the people, especially the underprivileged, to ensure that no one goes hungry. Along with the name change, the government grant per subsidized meal has been increased, and the weight of the meal per plate has also been raised. The renaming of the scheme aligns with the current government’s initiatives in the state and reflects their commitment to providing nutritious and affordable food to those in need.