CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 11
Jharkhand GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 101–110 of 120
Which scheme was launched by the Jharkhand government for 'zero pendency' in land records?
Correct Answer: C. Jharkhand Land Record System (JHARKHANDRAS)
Jharkhand implemented the JHARKHANDRAS (Jharkhand Land Records and Revenue Administration System) to digitize land records and achieve zero pendency in land dispute resolution. Land records in Jharkhand are complex due to tribal land rights under CNT Act and SPT Act. Digitization helps prevent land fraud and protects tribal land ownership.
The Jharkhand government's focus on 'DIDI' (Didi-led enterprises) refers to:
Correct Answer: A. Sister-led small businesses by SHG women
'DIDI' (Didi means sister/women) enterprises refer to businesses and livelihood activities led by women self-help groups (SHGs) in Jharkhand. The state has focused on creating women entrepreneurs through SHG support, training, and market linkages. This builds on Jharkhand's strength in women's SHG formation through programmes like JSLPS.
The Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society (JSLPS) works under which mission?
Correct Answer: A. National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)
JSLPS is the state implementation agency for the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) in Jharkhand. It promotes women's SHGs, provides training, credit access, and market linkages. JSLPS has been instrumental in organizing millions of rural and tribal women into self-help groups across Jharkhand.
The 'Mukhyamantri Protsahan Yojana' in Jharkhand provides incentives to:
Correct Answer: B. Job seekers registered with Employment Exchange
Mukhyamantri Protsahan Yojana provides financial incentives to unemployed educated youth registered with the employment exchange to encourage them while seeking employment. This scheme provides a small stipend to support job seekers during their employment search period. Youth unemployment in Jharkhand, particularly among educated tribal youth, is a major challenge.
The 'Jharkhand State Mineral Development Corporation (JSMDC)' is involved in:
Correct Answer: B. Coal, stone, and mineral development projects for the state
JSMDC is involved in coal, stone chips, and other mineral development projects on behalf of the Jharkhand state government. It participates in joint ventures and undertakes mining projects. The corporation ensures that mineral revenues benefit the state treasury and, through levies like District Mineral Foundation (DMF), local communities affected by mining.
The 'Tejaswini Yojana' in Jharkhand focuses on:
Correct Answer: B. Adolescent girl development and empowerment
Tejaswini (meaning brilliant/radiant) Yojana focuses on adolescent girl development, empowerment, and skill building in Jharkhand. The scheme provides training in various skills, health education, and leadership development for teenage girls. Investing in adolescent girl development helps break the cycle of poverty and early marriage.
The term 'Jharkhand' literally means:
Correct Answer: B. Land of Forests/Shrubs
Jharkhand literally means 'Land of Forests' or 'Forest Land' — 'Jhar' means forest/shrubs/bushes and 'Khand' means land or region in Hindi. The name reflects the state's dense forest cover and natural environment. Jharkhand's forest resources and tribal culture are central to its identity.
The Jharkhand Budget for 2023-24 prioritized investment in which sector first?
Correct Answer: C. Social sector: education, health, tribal welfare
Like most Jharkhand state budgets, the 2023-24 budget prioritized social sector spending on education, health, tribal welfare, and social protection. Given Jharkhand's significant tribal and BPL population, social sector investment is the government's priority. Infrastructure and economic development receive substantial funding as well.
Under CM Hemant Soren, Jharkhand passed the 'Land Acquisition Amendment Act' to:
Correct Answer: B. Protect tribal and farmers' land from forced acquisition
The Hemant Soren government passed amendments to land acquisition laws to strengthen protections for tribal and farmers' land from forced acquisition for industrial projects. This fulfilled a key demand of tribal movements in Jharkhand. Protecting tribal land rights while enabling development is a central governance challenge in the state.
The 'JharSewa' portal in Jharkhand provides:
Correct Answer: B. Various government services including certificates and applications online
JharSewa is an integrated e-service delivery portal providing various government services online including caste certificates, income certificates, residence certificates, and other applications. It reduces the need to visit government offices for routine services. E-governance through JharSewa improves service delivery and reduces corruption in administrative processes.