CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 11
Gujarat GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 101–110 of 120
Who became the Chief Minister of Gujarat after Vijay Rupani resigned in September 2021?
Correct Answer: A. Bhupendrabhai Patel
Bhupendrabhai Patel became the Chief Minister of Gujarat on September 13, 2021, after Vijay Rupani stepped down ahead of the 2022 state elections. He was elected MLA from Ghatlodiya constituency in Ahmedabad and was a surprise choice for the top post. Bhupendrabhai Patel was re-elected as Chief Minister after the BJP's landslide victory in December 2022 state elections, winning 156 out of 182 seats.
What is the full name of the SAUNI Yojana launched to bring Narmada water to Saurashtra region?
Correct Answer: A. Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation Yojana
SAUNI stands for Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation Yojana, a major irrigation project launched by Narendra Modi as Gujarat CM in 2012. The project aims to carry surplus Narmada water through a network of pipelines to water-scarce Saurashtra and Kutch regions. SAUNI Yojana has four link pipelines covering over 1,125 km to fill 115 reservoirs across Saurashtra, benefiting lakhs of farmers.
Kisan Suryodaya Yojana was launched in Gujarat to provide daytime electricity to farmers. When was it launched?
Correct Answer: B. October 2020
Kisan Suryodaya Yojana was launched on October 24, 2020, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarat to provide daytime electricity supply to farmers for irrigation purposes. Under this scheme, a separate 220 KV and 66 KV sub-transmission network was developed to supply power from 5 AM to 9 PM. The scheme benefits over 16 lakh farmer connections across Gujarat, eliminating the need for nocturnal irrigation.
What is the Mission Schools of Excellence initiative launched by the Gujarat government?
Correct Answer: B. A programme to upgrade government schools with modern infrastructure and STEM labs
Mission Schools of Excellence is a Gujarat government initiative launched under Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel to upgrade government schools with smart classrooms, STEM labs, libraries, and modern infrastructure. The mission aims to transform approximately 20,000 government schools to provide quality education comparable to private institutions. It is supported by funds from the World Bank and aims to improve learning outcomes for students from economically weaker sections.
Governor Acharya Devvrat is known for his expertise in which field before becoming the Governor of Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Natural farming and Vedic education
Acharya Devvrat, Governor of Gujarat, is renowned for promoting natural farming (zero-budget natural farming) and Vedic education across India. He previously served as the Principal of Gurukul Kurukshetra in Haryana and later as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh before being appointed Gujarat Governor in 2019. Under his influence, Gujarat has promoted natural farming extensively with the goal of making the entire state natural-farming-based.
The Mukhyamantri Amrutum (MA) Yojana in Gujarat was expanded to include which additional category under 'MA Vatsalya'?
Correct Answer: B. Middle-class families above the BPL line
The Mukhyamantri Amrutum Yojana was expanded to MA Vatsalya to include families from the middle class who are above the Below Poverty Line but still cannot afford expensive medical treatment. Under MA Yojana, BPL families and those with annual income up to Rs. 4 lakh get cashless treatment up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year. The scheme covers over 110 types of critical illnesses and surgeries through more than 1,000 empanelled hospitals across Gujarat.
Which Chief Minister of Gujarat served between Narendra Modi and Vijay Rupani?
Correct Answer: B. Anandiben Patel
Anandiben Patel served as Chief Minister of Gujarat from May 2014 to August 2016, bridging Narendra Modi's departure for the Prime Minister's post and Vijay Rupani's appointment. She was the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat and had previously served as Education Minister under Narendra Modi. After her tenure as Gujarat CM, she was appointed Governor of Madhya Pradesh and later of Uttar Pradesh.
The Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan is a water conservation campaign in Gujarat. What is its primary goal?
Correct Answer: B. To deepen and desilt lakes, ponds, and check dams to increase water storage
Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan is an annual people's water conservation movement launched in Gujarat in 2018 that focuses on deepening, desilting, and rejuvenating lakes, ponds, check dams, and other water bodies to increase their storage capacity. The campaign is conducted every summer before the monsoon season with active community participation. In successive editions, the campaign has renovated thousands of water bodies and significantly increased Gujarat's water storage capacity.
Vijay Rupani served as Chief Minister of Gujarat during which period?
Correct Answer: B. 2016-2021
Vijay Rupani served as Chief Minister of Gujarat from August 2016 to September 2021, succeeding Anandiben Patel. During his tenure, he oversaw Gujarat's response to COVID-19 pandemic, launched several welfare schemes, and managed the state's economy. He resigned in September 2021 and was succeeded by Bhupendrabhai Patel ahead of the 2022 assembly elections.
What is the 'i-Khedut' portal launched by the Gujarat government?
Correct Answer: B. An online portal for farmers to apply for government agricultural schemes and subsidies
The i-Khedut portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) is Gujarat's integrated online platform for farmers to apply for government agricultural schemes, subsidies, and benefits in a transparent and paperless manner. Launched under the Department of Agriculture, Gujarat, it covers schemes related to irrigation, farm machinery, seeds, fertilizers, and horticulture. The portal has made it easier for farmers to access government support without visiting offices, processing lakhs of applications every year.