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Rajasthan Current Affairs Notes ​

Rajasthan Camel Act 2015 ​

  • New rules for the Rajasthan Camel Act (prohibition of camel slaughter and regulation of temporary migration/export) for 2025 are being drafted by the Animal Husbandry Department.
  • The camel is known as the 'Ship of the Desert'.
  • Camel Research/Breeding Centre: Jorbeer, Bikaner.
  • First Camel Milk Dairy in Rajasthan: Jorbeer, Bikaner.
  • Pabuji is considered the deity of camels and is credited with bringing camels to Rajasthan. His 'phad' is recited when camels suffer from 'Sarra' disease.
  • 'Gorband' is an ornament for the camel's neck.
  • Camel was granted State Animal status:
    • Declaration: June 30, 2014.
    • Notification: September 19, 2014.
  • For camel conservation, the Rajasthan government provides financial aid of ₹10,000 to camel breeders for breeding.
  • The original Rajasthan Camel Act 2015 prohibited camel slaughter and restricted their sale/export outside Rajasthan, leading to protests. The new 2025 rules aim to address these issues.

State-Level Sampurnata Abhiyan ​

  • The Sampurnata Abhiyan is managed by NITI Aayog's Aspirational Districts and Blocks Program.
  • The Aspirational Districts and Blocks Program was launched in January 2018, targeting 112 backward districts across India.
  • In Rajasthan, 5 districts (Baran, Jaisalmer, Dholpur, Karauli, Sirohi) and 27 blocks are included in this program.
  • The Sampurnata Abhiyan Samman Samaroh (Honor Ceremony) was held at HCM RIPA, Jaipur.
  • Karauli district received the Gold award for completing 6 key indicators under the campaign.
  • Baran, Dholpur, Jaisalmer, and Sirohi districts received Bronze medals for completing 4 key indicators.
  • Three blocks – Jayal (Nagaur), Rani (Pali), and Kherwara (Udaipur) – received Gold awards for completing 6 indicators.
  • NITI Aayog was established on January 1, 2015, replacing the Planning Commission.

Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Panchteerth Yojana ​

  • B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti is celebrated annually on April 14.
  • The Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Panchteerth Yojana was launched in Rajasthan on April 14, 2025.
  • The scheme aims to facilitate visits for Scheduled Caste youth to five significant places associated with B.R. Ambedkar:
    1. Janmabhoomi: Mhow
    2. Shiksha Bhoomi: London
    3. Deeksha Bhoomi: Nagpur
    4. Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi: Delhi
    5. Chaitya Bhoomi: Mumbai
  • In its first phase, 1,000 youth will be included. The Rajasthan government will bear all expenses including travel, accommodation, and food.

SMS Hospital Awards & Organ Donation ​

  • SMS Hospital, Jaipur, will receive two national awards at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Delhi, on August 2, 2025, for its contributions to organ transplant and awareness.
  • Key features of SMS Hospital, Jaipur:
    • Houses Rajasthan's first Plasma Bank.
    • Performed Rajasthan's first Heart Transplant.
    • Features the tallest OPD Tower.
    • Has a Robotic Lab for future operations.
    • Established a Sports Injury Department.
    • Started an Air Ambulance service.
  • AIIMS Jodhpur is associated with a drone-based medical facility in Sirohi district.
  • Organ Donation in Rajasthan:
    • Rajasthan is the first state to make the organ donation column mandatory on driving licenses.
    • Rajasthan ranks first in pledging organ donation.
    • An Organ Donation Memorial has been built in Jaipur.

Elderly Women Population in Rajasthan ​

  • According to a report by the technical group of the National Population Commission, the population of elderly women (60+ years) in Rajasthan is projected to reach 20.38% of the total female population by 2031, amounting to approximately 53.28 lakh.
  • The National Population Commission was established in May 2000.
  • Its Chairman is the Prime Minister, and its Vice-Chairman is the Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog.
  • The Commission announced the Indian Population Policy 2000.
  • The average life expectancy in Rajasthan is 73 years for women and 71 years for men.

BSF Solar Power Plant ​

  • A 400 kW solar power plant was inaugurated at the Border Security Force (BSF) Headquarters in Jodhpur.
  • BSF, established on December 1, 1965, is responsible for guarding India's international borders. Its headquarters is in New Delhi.
  • The Rajasthan Frontier of BSF, headquartered in Jodhpur, is led by IG ML Garg.
  • BSF annually conducts 'Operation Sard Hawa' in January.

Girls Football Academy ​

  • North India's first technology-based Girls Football Academy has been started in Udaipur.
  • This academy is a joint initiative between Hindustan Zinc Limited and the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Quick Revision Points ​

  • Amrita Devi Indigenous Plant Museum: Khejarli, Jodhpur.
  • Major Mineral Blocks Auction: Rajasthan ranked first as per the Central Mines Department report.
  • Mount Kilimanjaro Summit: Deepika Singh Rathore achieved this feat.
  • Baba Ramdev Netrakumbh 2025: Will be held in Ramdevra, Jaisalmer, organized by Saksham Sanstha.
  • International Dr. Kalam Lifetime Achievement Award 2025: Awarded to Dr. Narendra Bhushan Singh.
  • ITF Master World Championship (Portugal): Laxmikant Tanwar from Rajasthan was selected.