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11. Which state has granted the title of Rajyamata to desi cows?
Maharashtra has granted the title of Rajyamata (Mother) to desi cows, a unique recognition given to any animal for the first time. This honour applies to native breeds like Devani, Lal Kandhari, Khillar, Dangi, and Gavlau, acknowledging their importance in terms of scientific, religious, and economic factors. Additionally, the state has introduced a welfare scheme where owners of desi cows will receive a daily grant of ₹50 per cow, enhancing the care and protection of these native breeds.
12. Which state is set to add three new medical colleges in Baghpat, Hathras, and Kasganj?
Uttar Pradesh is set to establish three new medical colleges in Baghpat, Hathras, and Kasganj, adding 300 MBBS seats through a public-private partnership (PPP) model and the Central government's Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme. This expansion is part of a larger plan to increase the state's medical infrastructure, with the total number of medical colleges rising from 39 in 2017 to 78. Since 2017, the state has seen a significant increase of 108% in MBBS seats and 181% in postgraduate medical seats.
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