Modern Developments

  1. The adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950 established India as a sovereign, secular, socialist, democratic republic.
  2. The Green Revolution (1960s–1970s) transformed India’s agriculture, achieving self-sufficiency in food grains.
  3. The White Revolution, spearheaded by Verghese Kurien, made India the largest producer of milk and dairy products.
  4. India’s space program, led by ISRO, achieved significant milestones, including the launch of the Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions.
  5. The IT revolution in the 1990s positioned India as a global leader in software development and outsourcing.
  6. The Liberalization, Privatization, and Globalization (LPG) reforms of 1991 under Narasimha Rao and Manmohan Singh transformed India’s economy.
  7. India became a nuclear power with successful tests in 1974 (Pokhran I) and 1998 (Pokhran II).
  8. The Right to Education Act (2009) ensured free and compulsory education for children aged 6-14 years.
  9. The Goods and Services Tax (GST), implemented in 2017, streamlined India’s indirect tax system.
  10. The launch of Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric ID system, enhanced social welfare delivery.
  11. The Digital India campaign (2015) aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society.
  12. India’s Make in India initiative promotes manufacturing and aims to boost employment.
  13. The Skill India program focuses on enhancing employability through vocational training.
  14. The Ayushman Bharat scheme provides healthcare to millions under a universal health coverage framework.
  15. The Swachh Bharat Mission (2014) aims for universal sanitation and elimination of open defecation.
  16. The Startup India initiative encourages innovation and entrepreneurship.
  17. The Smart Cities Mission focuses on urban development and infrastructure modernization.
  18. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (2014) promotes financial inclusion with access to banking services.
  19. India achieved significant milestones in renewable energy, becoming a leader in solar and wind energy production.
  20. The International Solar Alliance, co-founded by India, promotes global solar energy usage.
  21. The UDAN scheme improves regional air connectivity, making air travel affordable for the common citizen.
  22. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to overhaul India’s education system for the 21st century.
  23. The Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative focuses on self-reliance in key sectors.
  24. India’s judiciary advanced with the introduction of e-Courts and digitization of legal processes.
  25. The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao program addresses gender disparity and promotes education for girls.
  26. The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system ensures efficient subsidy delivery and reduces corruption.
  27. The National Highways Development Project (NHDP) modernized road infrastructure.
  28. The Delhi Metro set an example for urban mass transit systems in India.
  29. India’s defense modernization includes indigenous production of missiles like BrahMos and Agni.
  30. India successfully hosted major events such as the Commonwealth Games (2010) and the G20 Presidency (2023).
  31. The Green India Mission addresses climate change and promotes afforestation.
  32. The Jal Jeevan Mission ensures piped water supply to rural households.
  33. India’s women empowerment programs include Self-Help Groups and MUDRA Yojana.
  34. India became a member of key international groups like BRICS, QUAD, and G20.
  35. The Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions showcased India’s space technology prowess.
  36. The National Health Mission aims to provide accessible healthcare to rural areas.
  37. India’s digital payments ecosystem, including UPI, is a model for the world.
  38. The Renewable Energy Capacity target aims for 500 GW by 2030.
  39. India’s efforts in artificial intelligence and 5G technology are driving technological advancements.
  40. The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana focuses on providing affordable housing for all.
  41. The Electrification of villages under the Saubhagya Scheme marked a significant milestone.
  42. The Women’s Reservation Bill, ensuring 33% reservation in legislatures, is a step toward gender equality.
  43. India’s modern developments reflect its journey toward a self-reliant, sustainable, and inclusive growth trajectory.
Category
Post-Independence India (1947–Present)
History of India
When was the Green Revolution launched in India?
Who is known as the "Father of the Green Revolution" in India?
In which year was India’s first satellite, Aryabhata, launched?
Which program aimed at reducing poverty was launched in 1978?
What is the primary focus of the Digital India initiative launched in 2015?
Who was the first Indian to go to space?
In which year was the Right to Education Act implemented in India?
What was the main objective of Operation Flood?
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was implemented in India in which year?
What is the primary goal of the Make in India campaign?
The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan was launched in which year?
Who was the architect of the economic reforms in India in 1991?
In which year was the Chandrayaan-1 mission launched by ISRO?
What is the primary focus of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?
When was the Aadhaar program launched in India?
Which Indian city is known as the "Silicon Valley of India"?
The National Health Mission was launched in which year?
What is the full form of AMRUT, a flagship urban renewal program?
Who was the Prime Minister of India during the Pokhran-II nuclear tests?
The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign focuses on:
When was the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) launched?
Which year marked the launch of the MGNREGA program?
What does the term "Startup India" aim to promote?
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is primarily focused on:
In which year was the New Economic Policy, including liberalization, privatization, and globalization, introduced?
The Atal Pension Yojana focuses on:
When was the National Food Security Act passed?
What is the primary aim of the UDAY scheme launched in 2015?
Which Indian state became the first to achieve 100% literacy?
The Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative was launched in response to which global event?
Which Indian scientist is known for the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan)?
In which year was the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established in India?
What is the primary aim of the PM-KISAN scheme?
Which Indian state was the first to adopt GST?
The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide:
What is the focus area of the Skill India Mission launched in 2015?
India’s first bullet train project connects which two cities?
Which program was launched to promote solar power generation in India?
The Smart Cities Mission was launched in which year?
In which year was the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) established?
What is the full form of UDAN, a regional connectivity scheme?
Which initiative is associated with financial literacy and digital payment adoption?
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is a scheme related to:
Which country collaborated with India for the development of Tejas, the light combat aircraft?
The National AI Portal was launched in India in which year?
Which Indian city is home to the International Solar Alliance headquarters?
The National Education Policy 2020 aims to achieve Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) of what percentage by 2030?
The BharatNet project focuses on:
Which Indian state became the first to have a 24/7 drinking water supply?
The “Fit India Movement” was launched in which year?