{"id":35414,"date":"2025-07-11T13:31:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T08:01:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35414"},"modified":"2025-07-11T13:31:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T08:01:04","slug":"sdg-index-north-east","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/","title":{"rendered":"SDG Index North East 2025: NITI Aayog Ranks Hnahthial Top in 2nd NER-SDG Report"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#SDG_Index_North_East_2025_NITI_Aayog_released_the_2nd_SDG_Index_covering_121_districts_Hnahthial_Mizoram_topped_the_rankings_Know_key_data_historical_context_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_and_other_exams\" >SDG Index North East 2025: NITI Aayog released the 2nd SDG Index covering 121 districts. Hnahthial (Mizoram) topped the rankings. Know key data, historical context, and MCQs for UPSC and other exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#NITI_Aayog_Releases_2nd_SDG_Index_for_North%E2%80%91East_Districts\" >NITI Aayog Releases 2nd SDG Index for North\u2011East Districts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Introduction_to_the_NER%E2%80%91SDG_Index_2023%E2%80%9324\" >Introduction to the NER\u2011SDG Index 2023\u201324<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Scope_and_Methodology\" >Scope and Methodology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Key_Rankings_and_District_Performance\" >Key Rankings and District Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Regional_Disparities\" >Regional Disparities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Implications_for_Governance\" >Implications for Governance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#%F0%9F%94%8D_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >\ud83d\udd0d Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Enhancing_Exam%E2%80%90Relevant_Knowledge\" >Enhancing Exam\u2010Relevant Knowledge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Insight_into_Policy_Implementation\" >Insight into Policy Implementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Framework_for_Analytical_Answers\" >Framework for Analytical Answers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#%F0%9F%8F%9B_Historical_Context\" >\ud83c\udfdb Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#First_Edition_Launch_Global_SDG_Context\" >First Edition Launch &amp; Global SDG Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Institutional_Collaboration\" >Institutional Collaboration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Evolution_of_Indicators\" >Evolution of Indicators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_NER%E2%80%91SDG_Index\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from NER\u2011SDG Index<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#1_What_is_the_NER-SDG_Index\" >1. What is the NER-SDG Index?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#2_How_many_districts_were_covered_in_the_2nd_NER-SDG_Index\" >2. How many districts were covered in the 2nd NER-SDG Index?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#3_Which_district_secured_the_highest_score_in_the_latest_SDG_Index\" >3. Which district secured the highest score in the latest SDG Index?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#4_What_is_the_significance_of_this_index_for_students_appearing_in_competitive_exams\" >4. What is the significance of this index for students appearing in competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#5_Which_states_have_all_their_districts_in_the_Front_Runner_category\" >5. Which states have all their districts in the Front Runner category?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/sdg-index-north-east\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SDG_Index_North_East_2025_NITI_Aayog_released_the_2nd_SDG_Index_covering_121_districts_Hnahthial_Mizoram_topped_the_rankings_Know_key_data_historical_context_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_and_other_exams\"><\/span><strong>SDG Index North East 2025<\/strong>: NITI Aayog released the 2nd SDG Index covering 121 districts. Hnahthial (Mizoram) topped the rankings. Know key data, historical context, and MCQs for UPSC and other exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NITI_Aayog_Releases_2nd_SDG_Index_for_North%E2%80%91East_Districts\"><\/span>NITI Aayog Releases 2nd SDG Index for North\u2011East Districts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_NER%E2%80%91SDG_Index_2023%E2%80%9324\"><\/span>Introduction to the NER\u2011SDG Index 2023\u201324<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>July 7, 2025<\/strong>, NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the Ministry of Development of North\u2011Eastern Region (DoNER) and supported by UNDP, unveiled the <strong>second edition<\/strong> of the North\u2011Eastern Region Sustainable Development Goals (NER\u2011SDG) Index 2023\u201324. This comprehensive index, covering <strong>121 districts<\/strong> across the eight north\u2011eastern states, provides a granular assessment of progress on key sustainable development indicators <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_and_Methodology\"><\/span>Scope and Methodology<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Modeled on the national SDG India Index framework, the NER\u2011SDG Index evaluates district performance across <strong>social, economic, and environmental dimensions<\/strong>, using composite scores to categorize districts into <strong>Achiever<\/strong>, <strong>Front Runner<\/strong>, <strong>Performer<\/strong>, or <strong>Aspirant<\/strong>\u2014providing a robust tool for evidence-based governance <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Rankings_and_District_Performance\"><\/span>Key Rankings and District Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hnahthial (Mizoram) tops the region with a score of <strong>81.43<\/strong>, followed by Champhai (79.86)Two districts each from Tripura\u2014Gomati (78.79) and West Tripura (77.64)\u2014feature in the top 10 listImpressively, all districts from <strong>Mizoram, Sikkim, and Tripura<\/strong> have reached <strong>Front Runner<\/strong> status <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Disparities\"><\/span>Regional Disparities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While <strong>85% of districts<\/strong> across the north-east are in the <strong>Front Runner<\/strong> category, scores vary significantly\u2014from a high of 81.43 to a low of 58.71 in Longding, Arunachal Pradesh  Sikkim shows the <strong>least variation<\/strong> (within 5.5 points), indicating balanced progress; Tripura also exhibits stable performance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Governance\"><\/span>Implications for Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The NER\u2011SDG Index ministry highlights that this initiative strengthens <strong>cooperative federalism<\/strong>, enabling targeted interventions, data-driven resource allocation, and localisation of SDG implementation\u2014crucial for the \u201c<strong>Viksit Bharat @2047<\/strong>\u201d vision <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"SDG-index-north-east\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/morungexpress.com\/uploads\/2025\/07\/93033529_1751995343_Performance%20of%20Nagaland%20in%20NER%20District%20SDG%20Index.jpg\" alt=\"SDG index north east\" title=\"SDG index north east\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SDG index north east<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%8D_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd0d Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Exam%E2%80%90Relevant_Knowledge\"><\/span>Enhancing Exam\u2010Relevant Knowledge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the NER\u2011SDG Index is vital for students preparing for government exams, especially under themes like <strong>inclusive growth<\/strong>, <strong>federalism<\/strong>, and <strong>India\u2019s development agendas<\/strong>. It directly ties into reports and government initiatives often referenced in UPSC\/PCS\/Mains questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insight_into_Policy_Implementation\"><\/span>Insight into Policy Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The index illustrates how multi\u2011level collaboration between NITI Aayog, DoNER, UNDP, and state governments strengthens <strong>policy tracking and accountability<\/strong>. It\u2019s a practical example of federal\u2010centre synergy in action\u2014a recurring topic in government exam analyses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Framework_for_Analytical_Answers\"><\/span>Framework for Analytical Answers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The report offers <strong>quantifiable data<\/strong> and <strong>regional comparisons<\/strong> (e.g. top and bottom states\/districts), which are excellent for constructing data\u2011driven answers and case studies. The nuance between frontier and aspirant districts adds depth to essays on sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9B_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdb Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Edition_Launch_Global_SDG_Context\"><\/span>First Edition Launch &amp; Global SDG Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first NER\u2011SDG index was released in <strong>August 2021<\/strong>, marking a significant policy shift toward district\u2011level SDG monitoring This aligns with the global UN SDG initiative launched in 2015, aiming toward achieving goals by <strong>2030<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Collaboration\"><\/span>Institutional Collaboration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative reflects institutional collaboration across <strong>NITI Aayog<\/strong> (the government\u2019s think\u2011tank), <strong>MoDoNER<\/strong> (development oversight in the north\u2011east), and <strong>UNDP<\/strong> (providing technical support)\u2014underscoring the role of global partnerships in national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Indicators\"><\/span>Evolution of Indicators<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From the inaugural index to the 2023\u201324 edition, the region has seen a significant leap\u2014with <strong>85% districts in front-runner status<\/strong>, up from <strong>62%<\/strong> in the first iteration, indicating effective localized implementation and policy uptake <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_NER%E2%80%91SDG_Index\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from NER\u2011SDG Index<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Serial No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>121 northeastern districts<\/strong> assessed on SDG performance for 2023\u201324.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>85% districts are in \u201cFront Runner\u201d<\/strong> category (score 65\u201399).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Top district<\/strong>: Hnahthial (Mizoram) with <strong>81.43<\/strong> composite score.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Lowest district<\/strong>: Longding (Arunachal Pradesh) with <strong>58.71<\/strong> score.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Complete Front Runner status<\/strong>: All districts in Mizoram, Sikkim, Tripura.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SDG index north east<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_NER-SDG_Index\"><\/span>1. What is the NER-SDG Index?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>NER-SDG Index<\/strong> is a regional Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) performance tracking tool for the <strong>North-Eastern Region (NER)<\/strong> of India. It evaluates district-level progress on SDG indicators and is developed by <strong>NITI Aayog<\/strong>, <strong>Ministry of DoNER<\/strong>, with technical support from <strong>UNDP<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_districts_were_covered_in_the_2nd_NER-SDG_Index\"><\/span>2. How many districts were covered in the 2nd NER-SDG Index?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2nd edition of the NER-SDG Index covered <strong>121 districts<\/strong> across the <strong>eight northeastern states<\/strong> of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_district_secured_the_highest_score_in_the_latest_SDG_Index\"><\/span>3. Which district secured the highest score in the latest SDG Index?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hnahthial district in Mizoram<\/strong> topped the index with a score of <strong>81.43<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_significance_of_this_index_for_students_appearing_in_competitive_exams\"><\/span>4. What is the significance of this index for students appearing in competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This index is important for aspirants preparing for <strong>UPSC, State PSCs, Banking, SSC, Railways, Defence<\/strong>, and other exams as it covers topics under <strong>sustainable development, governance, policy analysis, and Indian polity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_states_have_all_their_districts_in_the_Front_Runner_category\"><\/span>5. Which states have all their districts in the Front Runner category?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mizoram, Sikkim, and Tripura<\/strong> have all districts falling under the <strong>Front Runner<\/strong> category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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