STATE CURRENT AFFAIRS
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Maharashtra Assembly Passes Bill to Utilize Unused 'Gairan' Land for Public Projects
The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has passed the Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill 2026, allowing the use of 'Gairan' (grazing land) for public development.
Under the new law, municipal bodies can use these government-owned lands for infrastructure projects like roads and community facilities in urban areas.
Ownership of the land will remain with the State Government to ensure it is not permanently transferred or misused by local bodies.
Exam Perspective: This legislation addresses the critical shortage of land in urban Maharashtra for essential infrastructure while preserving state ownership.
Under the new law, municipal bodies can use these government-owned lands for infrastructure projects like roads and community facilities in urban areas.
Ownership of the land will remain with the State Government to ensure it is not permanently transferred or misused by local bodies.
Exam Perspective: This legislation addresses the critical shortage of land in urban Maharashtra for essential infrastructure while preserving state ownership.
Key Facts / Static GK
Maharashtra CM: Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra Governor: Jishnu Dev Varma
Capital: Mumbai
Maharashtra Governor: Jishnu Dev Varma
Capital: Mumbai
Practice Quiz — 13 March 2026
Q1. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HDFC ERGO General Insurance in March 2026?
Answer: (B) Parthanil Ghosh — Parthanil Ghosh has been selected to lead HDFC ERGO General Insurance as its MD and CEO, succeeding Anuj Tyagi.
Q2. What is the primary objective of the 'Lake and Air Watch' initiative launched by the Gujarat government?
Answer: (B) To monitor urban lake ecosystems and air quality using real-time digital systems — The 'Lake and Air Watch' initiative is designed for real-time environmental monitoring of lake health and air quality across Gujarat's cities using digital and satellite-based systems.
Q3. Under the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme of the Assam government, what is the specific amount transferred to each woman beneficiary?
Answer: (C) ₹9,000 — The Assam government transferred ₹9,000 each to 40 lakh women beneficiaries under the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme to provide financial assistance.
Q4. Regarding the 'Nirbhaya Nisha' initiative, which of the following statements is correct?
Answer: (B) It provides rapid police assistance to women between 9 PM and 5 AM. — The Kerala Police launched 'Nirbhaya Nisha' specifically to provide rapid assistance to women during night hours (9 PM to 5 AM).
Q5. Where was the 'Indian Orchid Festival 2026' held?
Answer: (B) Pakyong, Sikkim — The Indian Orchid Festival 2026 concluded at the Pakyong district in Sikkim.
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