CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 8
Haryana GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 71–80 of 120
What is the full form of HSSC, the body that conducts Group C recruitment in Haryana?
Correct Answer: B. Haryana Staff Selection Commission
HSSC stands for Haryana Staff Selection Commission. It was established under the Haryana Staff Selection Commission Act, 1974 to recruit for Group C posts across Haryana government departments. Major exams include Haryana CET (Common Eligibility Test), Haryana Police Constable exam, Patwari exam, Clerk exam, and more. HSSC is headquartered in Panchkula and conducts exams for thousands of posts annually.
Nayab Singh Saini, who became CM in 2024, belongs to which constituency?
Correct Answer: C. Ladwa
Nayab Singh Saini represents the Ladwa constituency in Kurukshetra district of Haryana Vidhan Sabha. He contested and won from Ladwa in the October 2024 Assembly elections. Before becoming CM in March 2024, he was President of Haryana BJP. He belongs to the Saini (OBC) community and has worked on issues related to backward classes and farmers in Haryana.
The 'Haryana Forest Guard' examination is conducted by which organization?
Correct Answer: B. HSSC
Haryana Forest Guard recruitment is conducted through HSSC (Haryana Staff Selection Commission). Forest Guards patrol state forests, wildlife sanctuaries, and protected areas. The exam tests candidates on general knowledge, Haryana GK, and physical standards. Forest Guard posts are Group C level and are part of the Haryana Forest Department cadre.
The 'Haryana Patwari' examination tests candidates on which key subject?
Correct Answer: B. Land records, revenue laws, and Haryana GK
Haryana Patwari exam tests candidates on land records management, Haryana Revenue Act, Jamabandi (record of rights), mutation (intiqal), and Haryana GK. Patwaris maintain village land records and assist in revenue collection at the tehsil level. The exam is conducted by HSSC. Post-selection, Patwaris undergo training in land record software (HALRIS — Haryana Land Records Information System).
Which scheme provides free education to children of BPL families in Haryana private schools?
Correct Answer: B. RTE Section 12(1)(c) with Chirag extension
Under RTE Act Section 12(1)(c), 25% seats in private schools must be given to EWS/disadvantaged children. Haryana extended this through the Chirag Yojana to cover more families and increase seat availability. The government reimburses private schools the tuition fee for these children. Haryana's literacy initiatives also include Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas for girls from marginalized communities.
The 'e-Disha' centres in Haryana are used to provide:
Correct Answer: B. Citizen services like certificates and licenses at one place
e-Disha (Electronic Delivery of Services to Haryana's Antyodaya) centres provide citizen services like income certificates, domicile certificates, caste certificates, driving licenses, and other documents at a single window. There are hundreds of e-Disha/Antyodaya Saral centres across Haryana. The service is now available online through the SARAL portal. e-Disha was one of India's early e-governance success stories.
The Haryana Khadi and Village Industries Board promotes:
Correct Answer: B. Traditional cottage industries and rural entrepreneurship
Haryana Khadi and Village Industries Board promotes traditional cottage industries, handloom weaving, Khadi production, and rural artisan enterprises. It provides training, marketing, and financial support to artisans. Haryana's Phulkari embroidery, Khes textile, and traditional weaving are promoted through this board. It helps in preserving traditional crafts while providing rural livelihoods.
The Haryana government runs 'Arogya Kendra' (Health and Wellness Centres) as part of which national mission?
Correct Answer: B. PM Ayushman Arogya Mandir
Arogya Kendras in Haryana operate as PM Ayushman Arogya Mandir (formerly Health and Wellness Centres under PM's Comprehensive Primary Health Care initiative). They provide comprehensive primary healthcare including non-communicable disease management, maternal care, and telemedicine. Haryana has converted Sub Health Centres across villages into HWCs. These are linked to the Chirayu (Ayushman Bharat) scheme for secondary/tertiary care.
The Haryana Police 'Durgashakti' app was launched to help:
Correct Answer: A. Women file FIRs online
Durgashakti app was launched by Haryana Police to enable women to file complaints and FIRs online, particularly in cases of harassment, stalking, or domestic violence. It aims to make the complaint process easier and reduce barriers for women to approach police. The app also includes an SOS feature for emergency situations. Haryana Police has several women-centric initiatives under its Mahila Suraksha campaign.
Which Constitutional body is responsible for delimiting Haryana's Assembly constituencies?
Correct Answer: B. Delimitation Commission of India
The Delimitation Commission of India, constituted under the Delimitation Act, is responsible for determining the boundaries of Assembly and Parliamentary constituencies in Haryana. The last delimitation exercise was based on 2001 Census. The next delimitation was to be based on 2031 Census or a future year. Delimitation also determines reservation of constituencies for SC and ST candidates.