Important Updates for JPSC & JSSC Exams
Current affairs play a vital role in Jharkhand state-level examinations such as JPSC and JSSC. For aspirants, staying updated with major events, government policies, and socio-political developments is crucial. Here we present the detailed current affairs of Jharkhand for 15 August 2025, along with related important updates from August 2025.
1. Demise of Ramdas Soren (15 August 2025)
On the occasion of Independence Day, Jharkhand faced a great loss as Ramdas Soren, the Cabinet Minister for School Education and Literacy, passed away at the age of 62.
- He was the sitting MLA from Ghatshila.
- Served in various portfolios and became the School Education Minister in December 2024.
- His contribution to strengthening Jharkhand’s education sector was widely acknowledged.
Exam Relevance:
- Name, portfolio, and constituency of Ramdas Soren.
- His death marks a major political event for Jharkhand in 2025.
2. State Action Plan to Curb Child Marriage (2025–2030)
The Government of Jharkhand, with the support of UNICEF and civil society, has begun drafting its new State Action Plan to end child marriage (2025–2030).
- Focus on strengthening Child Marriage Prohibition Officers.
- Community-based campaigns such as “Bal Vivah Mukt Abhiyan” will be reinforced.
- Special awareness drives in rural and tribal regions.
Exam Relevance:
- Government initiative + year of action plan.
- Child rights and welfare are frequent JPSC/JSSC questions.
3. Supplementary Budget 2025–26
On 23 August 2025, the state government presented its first supplementary budget of ₹4,296.62 crore.
- Key allocations towards welfare schemes, rural infrastructure, and education.
- Inside the Assembly, a strong demand was raised for awarding Bharat Ratna to tribal icon Shibu Soren (Guruji).
- Suggestions also came for statues, memorials, and inclusion in school curriculum.
Exam Relevance:
- Amount of supplementary budget.
- Political demand for Bharat Ratna to Shibu Soren.
4. Jharkhand Declared “Largely Free from Naxalism”
At the 27th Eastern Zonal Council meeting in Ranchi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that Jharkhand is now largely free from Naxalism.
- The government has set a target to achieve complete eradication by 31 March 2026.
- Emphasis on improved law and order, police modernization, and development projects in affected districts.
Exam Relevance:
- Date & place of meeting.
- Government target year for zero Naxalism.
5. Renewable Energy Potential – Jharkhand’s Untapped Resources
A recent report highlighted that Jharkhand has an installed renewable energy capacity of only 434 MW, despite having a potential of 66 GW.
- Highest potential districts: Ranchi, Giridih, Latehar.
- Recommendation: develop district-level renewable energy plans and integrate them with state targets.
Exam Relevance:
- Renewable energy figures (434 MW vs. 66 GW potential).
- Policy focus on sustainability.
6. JSSC CGL Paper Leak – SIT Probe
The Jharkhand High Court directed the government to set up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the JSSC CGL 2023 paper leak case.
- The GK paper leak led to cancellation of exams affecting 6.5 lakh candidates.
- SIT formed for transparency and accountability.
Exam Relevance:
- Exam name, number of candidates, SIT involvement.
- Important for JSSC aspirants especially.
7. High Court on Teacher Recruitment Delays
On 30 June 2025, the Jharkhand High Court strongly criticized the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) for delays in teacher appointments.
- Out of 6,000 vacancies, only 2,734 candidates shortlisted for Maths and Science.
- Significant delay persists in Social Science recruitment.
Exam Relevance:
- Teacher recruitment numbers.
- Judicial intervention in public recruitment.
Summary Table
| Date/Period | Event/Update |
|---|---|
| 15 Aug 2025 | Death of Minister Ramdas Soren |
| Aug 2025 | State Action Plan 2025–30 against child marriage |
| 23 Aug 2025 | Supplementary Budget ₹4,296.62 crore + demand for Bharat Ratna (Shibu Soren) |
| Aug 2025 | Amit Shah: Jharkhand largely free from Naxalism; target March 2026 |
| Aug 2025 | Renewable energy generation – only 434 MW against 66 GW potential |
| Mid-Aug 2025 | SIT formed for JSSC CGL 2023 paper leak (6.5 lakh candidates affected) |
| 30 June 2025 | HC reprimanded JSSC for slow teacher recruitment (6,000 posts) |
The events of 15 August 2025 and August 2025 highlight important developments in Jharkhand—political (Ramdas Soren’s demise, Bharat Ratna demand), social (child marriage action plan), economic (budget, renewable energy), security (Naxalism), and administrative (JSSC exams, teacher recruitment).
For JPSC and JSSC exam aspirants, these topics are highly relevant and must be revised with special focus on dates, figures, and government policies.