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India Unveils Major Policy Shifts in Social Welfare, Economy, and Governance

December 14, 2025

India has witnessed significant policy developments and reforms over the past 24-48 hours, impacting social welfare, economic sectors, and governance. Key announcements include a revamp of the MGNREGA scheme, liberalization of the nuclear energy sector, and approval of a free trade agreement with Oman. Economic indicators show robust growth in trade and foreign direct investment, while new initiatives aim to bolster various industries and social security for citizens.

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India Unveils Major Policy Shifts in Social Welfare, Economy, and Governance

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The Indian government has approved a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). What is the proposed new name for the scheme?

As part of the MGNREGA revamp, the guaranteed employment days for eligible rural households have been increased from 100 days annually to how many days?

Which body extended the ₹50 Lakh Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) insurance to all doctors who died due to COVID-19?

The Terms of Reference for the 8th Pay Commission were officially notified in November 2025. This commission primarily impacts which group of beneficiaries?

In its December 2025 monetary policy meeting, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced the repo rate to 5.25%. What was the basis point reduction?

According to the DPIIT 2025 Year-End Review, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes have generated how many direct and indirect jobs?

The Startup India initiative has recognized over 2 lakh startups. How many jobs have these startups created?

What is the name of the new policy approved by the Union Cabinet for long-term coal linkage auctions for industrial use and exports?

Which new Bill, also known as the SHANTI Bill, received Cabinet approval to open India's civil nuclear sector to private participation?

With which country did the Union Cabinet approve a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), or Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), to deepen economic ties?

What is the primary objective of the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM)?

A Central Sector Scheme of ₹476.03 crore has been rolled out for the holistic development of which agricultural product, following the establishment of its National Board?

The Vidyanjali initiative aims to strengthen schools by fostering involvement from which two sectors?

India Unveils Major Policy Shifts in Social Welfare, Economy, and Governance

Your Score: 0 / 0

The Indian government has approved a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). What is the proposed new name for the scheme?

As part of the MGNREGA revamp, the guaranteed employment days for eligible rural households have been increased from 100 days annually to how many days?

Which body extended the ₹50 Lakh Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) insurance to all doctors who died due to COVID-19?

The Terms of Reference for the 8th Pay Commission were officially notified in November 2025. This commission primarily impacts which group of beneficiaries?

In its December 2025 monetary policy meeting, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced the repo rate to 5.25%. What was the basis point reduction?

According to the DPIIT 2025 Year-End Review, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes have generated how many direct and indirect jobs?

The Startup India initiative has recognized over 2 lakh startups. How many jobs have these startups created?

What is the name of the new policy approved by the Union Cabinet for long-term coal linkage auctions for industrial use and exports?

Which new Bill, also known as the SHANTI Bill, received Cabinet approval to open India's civil nuclear sector to private participation?

With which country did the Union Cabinet approve a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), or Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), to deepen economic ties?

What is the primary objective of the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM)?

A Central Sector Scheme of ₹476.03 crore has been rolled out for the holistic development of which agricultural product, following the establishment of its National Board?

The Vidyanjali initiative aims to strengthen schools by fostering involvement from which two sectors?

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