Life of Jan Heeralal Shastri: Jan Heeralal Shastri is associated with "Jeevan Kutir," later renamed Vanasthali Vidyapith in Tiwai, Tonk.
Computer Security: Browsers do not provide protection against malicious software; Windows Firewall and Windows Defender do.
Brahmagupta: Identified as an astronomer from Bhillamala during the Gupta period.
Rajasthan's Kamdhenu Dairy Scheme (2021): Beneficiaries need at least one acre of land for green fodder, produce 10-12 liters of milk daily, and have 3+ years of experience.
Wildlife Sanctuary: Bandha Wildlife Sanctuary is in Bharatpur, not Alwar.
Rajasthan Customs and Traditions:
- Baḍhar Bhoj: Wedding feast.
- Mausar: Funeral feast.
- Jat-karma: First post-birth ceremony.
- Juda: Braiding hair/yoking oxen.
Institutions and Legislation:
- Indira Gandhi Gram Vikas Evam Panchayati Raj Sansthan: Established in 1984.
- First British Law in India: 1773 Regulating Act.
Rajasthan History and Culture:
- Khatushyamji Temple: Associated with Mahabharata character, Barbarik.
- Sant Pir Shah Ali and Tukanagir: Composed Turakulangi Khyal in Mewar 400 years ago.
- Banas River: Largest tributary of the Chambal River in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan Current Affairs:
- Sports: Sunita Dhobi won bronze (79 kg) at the 22nd Senior Para Powerlifting Championship in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (March 16-18).
- Cultural Events:
- Sheetaala Mela: Commenced at Sheetaala Mata Temple in Kagga, Jodhpur on March 21, 2025.
- Rajasthan Cinema Festival: Held at Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur (March 18-25).
- Vikram Singh Rathore: Appointed brand ambassador for Ghantu Mahaabhiyan.
- Geography & Wildlife:
- Rajasthan's Largest Sanctuary: National Sanctuary in Jaisalmer (3162 sq km).
- Bhimchari Temple Location: Mukundra Hills National Park.
- Rajhans: Mascot of Nagaur district.
- History:
- Jaipur Prajamandal's First Session: Under Jamnalal Bajaj in May 1938.
- Jawaharlal Nehru's Marwar Envoy (1940): Dwarkanath Kachru.
- Charkha Sangh Establishment: Jamnalal Bajaj, 1927.
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## Sports & Awards
* **22nd Senior Para Powerlifting Championship:** Sunita Dhobi from Kishangarh, Ajmer (Rajasthan) won a bronze medal in the 79 kg category at the event held in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. She is a para-powerlifter and has been selected for the Khelo India Para Games in Delhi.
* **Other Rajasthan Para Athletes:**
* Anita Choudhary: Para-rowing athlete (PR3 category) from Jhunjhunu.
* Ravi Ojha: Para-shooter from Jodhpur.
* Kachnar Choudhary: Athlete from Sujangarh, Churu (sport not specified).
* **Vigyan Jyoti Program:** Rajasthan ranked fourth nationally in the Vigyan Jyoti program report of 2024. Uttar Pradesh ranked first.
## Education
* **Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurveda University:**
* 8th convocation ceremony held on March 21st.
* Established in 2003 in Jodhpur; the second Ayurveda university in India and the first in Rajasthan.
* Houses the International Centre of Excellence in Panchakarma.
## Government & Technology
* **DG1 Forest App:** Launched by Chief Minister Bhanwar Lal Sharma.
## Vigyan Jyoti Program Details
* Launched in 2019-20 by the Indian government's Department of Science and Technology.
* Aims to encourage girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields for higher education and careers.
```- **International Forest Day 2025 (Rajasthan):**
- State-level program held at the Rajasthan International Center, Jaipur.
- Launch of the DG1 Forest Stock App.
- Introduction of electric golf carts in Keoladeo and Nahargarh wildlife sanctuaries.
- Foundation stone laid for the Forest Management and Training Institute in Jaipur (announced in the 2024-25 budget).
- Unveiling of the Soil Health Card scheme logo and the ecosystem services logo.
- Announcement of planting 10 crore trees.
- **International Forest Day (General):**
- Celebrated annually on March 21st.
- Proclaimed by the UN in December 2012, with the first observance in 2013.
- **25th National Divyang Kala Mela:**
- Held in Udaipur, Rajasthan from March 21st to 30th.
- Showcased artwork by differently-abled individuals from 20 states.
- Inaugurated by the state governor.
- **DG1 Forest Stock App:**
- Launched by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on International Forest Day (March 21st).
- March 21st marks the equinox, when day and night are of equal length.
- **Rajasthan's Performance in Vigyan Jyoti Program:**
- Rajasthan ranked fourth nationally in the Vigyan Jyoti program report by the Department of Science and Technology.
- Launched in 2019-20, aims to encourage girls in STEM fields.
- **Chief Minister Amrit Aahar Yojana:**
- The budget of 2025-26 reduced the duration to 5 days.
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- **Udaipur Events:**
- G20 Sherpa Summit (December 2022)
- G20 Finance Track Summit (March 2023)
- Women's conference (December 14, 2024): Launched the "Mukhyamantri Amrit Aahar Yojana" scheme, providing 100 ml of milk to children aged 3-6 years in Anganwadis on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
- Youth and Employment Conference (held after Rajasthan government's first anniversary in Jaipur and Udaipur)
- Farmers' conference (Kayad, Ajmer, December 13, 2024)
- **National Divyang Kala Mela:**
- 25th National Divyang Kala Mela
- Held from March 21st to 30th
- Organized by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Inaugurated by the Governor
- Held in Udaipur, Rajasthan.
- **Chief Minister's App:**
- A new app launched by Chief Minister Bhanwar Lal Sharma (app name and purpose unspecified).
- **Jivan Jyoti Program:**
- Rajasthan's ranking in a Science and Technology Department report on the Jivan Jyoti program (specific ranking not provided).
- **Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurveda University Convocation:**
- Location of the convocation is not specified.
- **22nd Senior Powerlifting Championship:**
- A Rajasthani athlete won a medal at the 22nd Senior Powerlifting Championship held in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (further details about the athlete and medal absent).