Odisha Current Affairs March 2026 | Practice

Which index did Odisha top among major states in March 2026?

A Ease of Doing Business Index B Fiscal Health Index C Human Development Index D Export Index

Who released the Fiscal Health Index 2026?

A World Bank B NITI Aayog C Finance Commission D RBI

What major scheme was approved to improve bus infrastructure in Odisha?

A Smart Transport Mission B Atal Bus Stands Scheme C Green Mobility Scheme D Urban Transit Plan

What is the approximate outlay of the Atal Bus Stands Scheme?

A ₹1,000 crore B ₹2,000 crore C ₹3,400 crore D ₹5,000 crore

Which organization will manage the Atal Bus Stands Scheme?

A NHAI B OSRTC C BMC D PWD

What is the main aim of the Atal Bus Stands Scheme?

A Boost tourism B Improve public transport infrastructure C Increase exports D Promote IT sector

Which new policy was approved for rural drinking water supply in Odisha?

A Water Security Mission B O&M Policy C Jal Jeevan Scheme D Rural Water Plan

What is the goal of the new rural water supply policy?

A Reduce taxes B Ensure sustainable water supply C Promote industries D Increase exports

Which technology is used for monitoring water supply systems under the new policy?

A Blockchain B AI Only C SCADA and IoT D Cloud Storage

What percentage of rural piped water coverage is targeted by 2027?

A 50% B 65% C 77% D 100%

Which sector is targeted under Mukhyamantri Hastatanta Bikasha Yojana?

A Agriculture B Handloom C IT Sector D Mining

What is the budget allocation for Mukhyamantri Hastatanta Bikasha Yojana?

A ₹200 crore B ₹589 crore C ₹1,000 crore D ₹5,000 crore

What is the main aim of the handloom scheme?

A Promote exports B Support weavers and artisans C Boost IT industry D Increase mining

Which recruitment notification was released by OSSC in March 2026?

A UPSC CSE B OSSC CHSL 2026 C SSC CGL D Bank PO

What level of posts are filled through OSSC CHSL exam?

A Group A B Group B and C C Group D D Only contractual posts

Which cultural event showcased Odisha traditions in New Delhi?

A Odisha Mahotsav B Odisha Parba C Kalinga Festival D Odisha Utsav

What was the purpose of Odisha Parba 2026?

A Political gathering B Cultural promotion C Trade agreement D Sports event

Which festival was celebrated at Chilika Lake in March 2026?

A Rath Yatra B Panchu Dola Yatra C Durga Puja D Kalinga Utsav

What regulation was introduced regarding LPG cylinders in Odisha?

A Price increase B Ban on open market sale C Free distribution D Subsidy removal

What is the main aim of banning LPG cylinder sales in the open market?

A Increase revenue B Reduce black marketing C Promote exports D Boost tourism