Current Affairs - State
Why should I study the current affairs questions and answers section on "State" daily?
Read the daily current affairs questions and answers section on "State" to enhance your general knowledge for clearing competitive examinations and placement interviews.
Where can I get the current affairs questions and answers section on "State"?
IndiaBIX provides you with daily current affairs questions and answers with explanations.
Where can I get the current affairs MCQ questions and answers section on "State" (objective type, multiple choice)?
Here you can find multiple-choice-type current affairs questions and answers on "State" for your interviews and competitive examinations. All the CA questions are arranged in different categories, including date-wise.
How do I download the current affairs questions section on "State" in PDF format?
You can download the current affairs quiz questions and answers section on "State" as PDF files or eBooks.
How do I answer the current affairs quiz section on "State"?
You can answer any current affairs quiz question on "State" by reading this current affairs section daily.
Exercise : State - Latest Current Affairs
- State - Latest Current Affairs
1.
Which state notified three elephant corridors in the Hosur Forest Division to strengthen elephant habitat connectivity?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu notified three elephant corridors in the Hosur Forest Division, covering more than 10,300 hectares, to safeguard critical elephant movement routes between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The designated corridors are Jawalagiri-Ulibanda-Thaggatti, Jawalagiri-Panai-Anchetty, and Billikkal Jawalagiri. The longest is the Jawalagiri-Panai-Anchetty corridor, covering 6,881.47 hectares and extending for 20.90 km. These corridors are located within the Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary and adjoining reserved forests. The notification aims to maintain forest connectivity, support elephant migration, and reduce habitat fragmentation and human-elephant conflict. It followed directions from the Madras High Court and recommendations from expert committees.
Date : 2026-08-29
2.
Which Indian state launched the Bidesh Sikhyabruti scholarship scheme for SC and ST students pursuing higher education abroad?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Odisha launched the Bidesh Sikhyabruti scholarship scheme on August 23, 2026, to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities who pursue higher education abroad. Each year, 50 students will be selected, provided they secure admission to international institutions ranked among the Top 200 in the QS World University Rankings. Each beneficiary can receive up to ₹25 lakh per annum, covering tuition, accommodation, living expenses, international travel, medical insurance, and incidental costs. Odisha also became the first Indian state to implement a universal free education policy from Kindergarten to Post-Graduation in July 2026.
Date : 2026-08-29
3.
In which state was the redeveloped Hutatma Smruti Smarak at Patradevi inaugurated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Goa was the location where Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the newly re-developed Hutatma Smruti Smarak at Patradevi on August 26, 2026. The memorial honours the satyagrahis who participated in the Goa liberation struggle, particularly those involved in the peaceful August 15, 1955 satyagraha against Portuguese rule. The ₹9.50 crore project was developed by the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation and features a redesigned central monument, sculptures, information hubs, and murals. Goa was liberated from Portuguese rule through Operation Vijay in December 1961 and later became India’s 25th state on May 30, 1987.
Date : 2026-08-29
4.
In which Indian state was India’s first non-GMO, high-expansion popcorn maize hybrid seed launched?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh was the state where India’s first non-GMO, high-expansion popcorn maize hybrid seed was launched on August 24, 2026. Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan launched the indigenous hybrid at Musunuru in Eluru district. Developed by Gourmet Popcornica, the initiative aims to reduce dependence on imported hybrid technology, conserve foreign exchange, and improve India’s competitiveness in the global popcorn maize sector. The project involves more than 17,500 farmers across eight states and covers around 40,000 acres. It also integrates maize processing, quality control, and cold storage to improve market access and increase farmers’ incomes.
Date : 2026-08-28
5.
Which Indian state launched the Startup Mission portal and Startup Policy 2026?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh launched the UP Startup Mission portal along with the Startup Policy 2026 to strengthen its startup ecosystem. The initiative aims to provide startups and entrepreneurs with easier access to government services, funding, incubation, and other resources. Uttar Pradesh currently has more than 24,000 startups, including eight unicorns, compared with around 120 startups before 2017. The policy also focuses on supporting Centres of Excellence in areas such as MedTech, drones, quantum computing, space technology, robotics, and green hydrogen, while promoting employment, innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.
Date : 2026-08-28
Quick links
Quantitative Aptitude
Verbal (English)
Reasoning
Programming
Interview
Placement Papers