CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 9
Haryana GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 81–90 of 120
Haryana became the first state in India to implement which welfare scheme providing monthly allowance to educated unemployed youth?
Correct Answer: B. Saksham Yojana
Haryana was among the first states to implement the Saksham Yojana (2016) providing monthly unemployment allowance to educated unemployed youth combined with 100 hours of honorary government work per month. It covers graduates (₹100/day work + ₹1,500 allowance) and post-graduates (₹200/day + ₹3,000 allowance). Over 5 lakh youth have benefited from this scheme. It was widely praised as an innovative approach to educated unemployment.
The Haryana government's 'CNG Haryana' initiative promotes use of CNG primarily to:
Correct Answer: B. Cut vehicle-related air pollution in cities
Haryana has been expanding CNG infrastructure in cities like Gurugram, Faridabad, and other urban centers to reduce vehicular air pollution. The state's proximity to Delhi makes air quality management a priority. Public transport buses in Haryana's cities have been converted to CNG. Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) has also promoted CNG supply chains.
Who served as Haryana CM immediately before Manohar Lal Khattar in 2014?
Correct Answer: C. Bhupinder Singh Hooda
Bhupinder Singh Hooda (Congress) served as Chief Minister of Haryana from 2005 to 2014, immediately before Manohar Lal Khattar (BJP) who took over in October 2014. Hooda served two consecutive terms (2005–2009 and 2009–2014). During his tenure, Haryana experienced rapid economic growth and urbanization. After 2014, Hooda served as Leader of Opposition and returned to prominence in Haryana politics.
The Haryana state cabinet is formed based on the principle that the total number of ministers shall not exceed:
Correct Answer: B. 15% of Vidhan Sabha strength
Under Article 164(1A) of the Indian Constitution (91st Amendment, 2003), the total number of ministers including the Chief Minister in a state shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Vidhan Sabha. For Haryana's 90-member Vidhan Sabha, this means a maximum of about 13–14 ministers. This restriction was introduced to reduce the size and cost of state cabinets. The rule applies to all states with legislature having more than 60 members.
The 'Haryana Kisan Debt Relief Commission' was established by which Chief Minister to waive farm loans?
Correct Answer: B. Bhupinder Singh Hooda
Bhupinder Singh Hooda's government established measures for farm loan relief during his tenure (2005–2014). Haryana also implemented the national debt waiver scheme of 2008 under the UPA government which benefited thousands of Haryana farmers. Farm loan relief has been a recurring political issue in Haryana due to the large agricultural population. Successive CM governments have announced various debt relief packages for distressed farmers.
The Haryana government's 'Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana' aims to provide skills to:
Correct Answer: B. Rural youth from poor households for employment
DDU-GKY (Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana) is a central government scheme implemented in Haryana to provide skill training and placement to rural youth from poor households. The program links training with guaranteed placement in companies. Haryana's rural youth in Mewat, Palwal, and other backward districts are key beneficiaries. It is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development through state agencies.
What is the name of Haryana's state highway authority responsible for road maintenance?
Correct Answer: A. PWD (B&R)
PWD (B&R) — Public Works Department (Buildings and Roads) — is responsible for construction and maintenance of state highways and public buildings in Haryana. It is one of the largest departments of Haryana government. Haryana has about 27,000 km of state highways and district roads maintained by PWD. National Highways in Haryana are maintained by NHAI (National Highways Authority of India).
The Haryana government launched 'Haryana One' app to:
Correct Answer: A. Provide one-stop access to all government services on mobile
Haryana One app provides a unified digital platform for citizens to access government services, schemes, and information on their smartphones. It integrates services from departments like revenue, police, health, education, and more. The app reduces the need for physical visits to government offices. It is part of Haryana's broader digital governance push to improve ease of living for citizens.
Under Haryana's '50-day loan scheme', what is the interest-free loan amount available to SC/BC borrowers for small businesses?
Correct Answer: B. ₹1 lakh
Haryana's Scheduled Caste/Backward Class Finance and Development Corporation provides interest-free or subsidized loans up to ₹1 lakh to SC/BC entrepreneurs for setting up small businesses. The 50-day loan disbursement scheme ensures quick processing within 50 working days. It aims to promote entrepreneurship among marginalized communities. The loan supports businesses like small shops, tailoring, repair services, and other micro-enterprises.
Who is the administrative head of a district in Haryana?
Correct Answer: B. Deputy Commissioner (DC)
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) is the administrative head of each district in Haryana. The DC is an IAS or HCS officer who coordinates all government departments at the district level. The DC also functions as District Magistrate for law and order purposes and as District Collector for revenue matters. Below DC are Sub-Divisional Officers (SDOs), Tehsildars, and Naib Tehsildars in the revenue hierarchy.