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Current Affairs 03 October 2025
Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses: A Step Towards Agricultural Self-Reliance
In a landmark decision to strengthen India’s agricultural foundation, the Union Cabinet on October 1, 2025, approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, a six-year initiative running from 2025–26 to 2030–31. With a substantial investment of ₹11,440 crore, the programme seeks to enhance domestic pulses production, minimize import dependency, and secure livelihoods for nearly 2 crore farmers.
Why the Mission is Important
India holds the distinction of being the world’s largest producer and consumer of pulses, yet it imports nearly 15–20% of its demand to bridge the supply gap. By increasing domestic output, the mission not only strengthens food security but also uplifts millions of farmers who depend on pulse cultivation for income.
Key Targets of the Mission
- Expand cultivation area to 310 lakh hectares
- Boost yield to 1,130 kg per hectare
- Achieve total production of 350 lakh tonnes
- Reach and benefit around 2 crore farmers through structured interventions
Major pulse crops covered under this mission include Tur (Arhar), Urad (Black Gram), Masoor (Lentil), Moong (Green Gram), and Chana (Gram).
Institutions such as the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), established in 1929 and headquartered in New Delhi, and the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation (NAFED), set up in 1958, will play a vital role in supporting this initiative. Moreover, the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), which recommends the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 22 crops including pulses, will continue to safeguard farmers’ interests.
Technology for Wildlife Conservation: The Gaj Rakshak App
Addressing the increasing incidents of human-elephant conflict in Madhya Pradesh, authorities at the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve have introduced the Gaj Rakshak App. Developed with the support of the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department, the Wildlife Conservation Trust, and Kalpvag Company, the app offers real-time elephant movement updates.
Key features include:
- Alerts via SMS, push notifications, calls, and sirens when elephants approach human settlements
- Offline functionality to ensure connectivity in remote areas
- Ability to upload photos, update herd status, and instantly share details with users in a 10 km radius
This technology-driven approach is expected to revolutionize elephant conservation and prevent conflicts.
100 Years of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
Marking the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a special commemorative postage stamp and coin. Founded in 1925 in Nagpur by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, the RSS is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to national service, discipline, and cultural awareness.
Contributions of RSS:
- Education: Establishment of schools and cultural institutions
- Health & Welfare: Social and medical service initiatives
- Disaster Relief: Active participation in rehabilitation efforts
- Empowerment: Youth, women, and farmer-focused programmes
- Community Building: Promoting unity and grassroots mobilisation
The organization’s guiding vision is rooted in Dharma and aims at achieving Sarvangeena Unnati (holistic development of India).
Defence Update: Major General G. Srinivas at CDM
Major General G. Srinivas has taken charge as the new Commandant of the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, succeeding Lt General Harsh Chhibber, who has been appointed Director General Information Systems.
The CDM, a premier tri-services institution, provides advanced management education to senior officers of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. It prepares officers to handle strategic leadership, modern warfare complexities, and resource management.
International Days
- International Day of Non-Violence (2 October): Celebrated on Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary, this UN-designated day (adopted in 2007) spreads the global message of peace and non-violence.
- German Unity Day (3 October): Marks the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990, celebrated annually as a symbol of national unity.
✅ This article combines India’s push for self-reliance in pulses, advancements in wildlife technology, RSS centenary, defence education updates, and key international observances, offering a comprehensive view of recent national and global developments.
Review Questions
- What is the financial outlay of the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses
programme?
A. ₹10,000 crore
B. ₹11,440 crore
C. ₹12,500 crore
D. ₹9,800 crore
ANSWER: B - The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses aims to achieve how much domestic
pulses production by 2030-31?
A. 300 lakh tonnes
B. 320 lakh tonnes
C. 350 lakh tonnes
D. 400 lakh tonnes
ANSWER: C - The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses will benefit nearly how many
farmers?
A. 1 crore
B. 1.5 crore
C. 2 crore
D. 2.5 crore
ANSWER: C - German Unity Day is celebrated every year on which date?
A. 1 October
B. 2 October
C. 3 October
D. 4 October
ANSWER: B - In which year did Germany achieve unification, celebrated as German Unity
Day?
A. 1989
B. 1990
C. 1991
D. 1992
ANSWER: B - The International Day of Non-Violence is observed to mark the birth
anniversary of which leader?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Mahatma Gandhi
C. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D. Subhas Chandra Bose
ANSWER: B - The UNGA adopted the resolution to observe the International Day of Non
Violence in which year?
A. 2005
B. 2006
C. 2007
D. 2008
ANSWER: C - Which app has been launched to address human-elephant conflict in
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve?
A. Elephant Watch App
B. Gaj Suraksha App
C. Gaj Rakshak App
D. Hathi Raksha App
ANSWER: C - Who released a commemorative postage stamp and coin to mark 100 years of
the RSS?
A. President Droupadi Murmu
B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C. Home Minister Amit Shah
D. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
ANSWER: B - Major Gen G. Srinivas recently assumed charge as the Commandant of which
premier defence institution?
A. National Defence Academy (NDA)
B. Defence Services Staff College (DSSC)
C. College of Defence Management (CDM)
D. Indian Military Academy (IMA)
ANSWER: C
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