CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 12
Jharkhand GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 111–120 of 120
Which Chief Minister initiated the 'Ek Ped Ek Santaan' (One Tree One Child) programme in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Hemant Soren
Environmental and ecological programmes in Jharkhand, including tree plantation drives, have been prominently pursued by various governments. The Hemant Soren government has focused on green initiatives given Jharkhand's forest heritage. Tree plantation programmes are particularly important as Jharkhand's forest cover has declined due to mining and development activities.
The 'National Family Health Survey (NFHS)' data shows Jharkhand's main health challenge is:
Correct Answer: B. High infant mortality, malnutrition, and anemia rates
NFHS data consistently shows that Jharkhand faces challenges of high infant mortality rate, malnutrition (stunting, wasting, underweight), and high anemia rates among women and children. These are linked to poverty, lack of healthcare access in tribal areas, and food insecurity. Addressing these health metrics is a priority for Jharkhand's government health schemes.
The Jharkhand government runs 'Potka' industrial model villages to:
Correct Answer: B. Create model industrial townships near tribal areas
Industrial development zones near tribal areas in Jharkhand have been a complex policy area — balancing industrial growth with tribal rights. The state has established various industrial model areas and SEZs (Special Economic Zones) to attract investment while attempting to ensure tribal displacement is minimized. Industrial policy and tribal rights are constantly in tension in Jharkhand.
The 'Baba Tilka Manjhi Vishwavidyalaya' in Jharkhand is named after which personality?
Correct Answer: B. Tilka Manjhi, the first tribal freedom fighter
Baba Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University (and similar institutions in Jharkhand) is named after Tilka Manjhi, considered the first tribal freedom fighter who led a revolt against British rule in 1784. Naming educational institutions after tribal heroes honours their legacy and inspires tribal students. Tilka Manjhi is revered as a pioneer of India's freedom struggle.
The state of Jharkhand celebrates its foundation day on November 15 because:
Correct Answer: B. It coincides with Birsa Munda's birth anniversary (Nov 15, 1875)
November 15 was chosen as Jharkhand's Foundation Day because it coincides with the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda (born November 15, 1875), the greatest tribal hero of Jharkhand. The date pays tribute to Birsa Munda's legacy and the tribal movement for a separate state. The day is celebrated as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (Tribal Pride Day) by the Government of India since 2021.
The 'Nirbhaya Didi Scheme' or Women Safety schemes in Jharkhand aim to:
Correct Answer: B. Enhance women's safety and security measures
Women safety schemes in Jharkhand aim to enhance security for women and girls through police helplines, self-defense training, safe transport, and anti-trafficking measures. Jharkhand faces challenges of human trafficking, particularly of tribal women and girls. The state has launched multiple interventions to prevent trafficking and protect women.
The Jharkhand Tourism Department promotes which unique attraction?
Correct Answer: B. Waterfalls, wildlife, tribal culture, and heritage tourism
Jharkhand Tourism promotes the state's unique waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries (Betla/Palamau Tiger Reserve), tribal culture, ancient temples, and natural landscapes. Key tourist spots include Hundru Falls, Jonha Falls, Betla National Park, Parasnath Hill, Deoghar Baidyanath Temple, and Rajrappa. Tribal cultural tourism is an emerging attraction showcasing Jharkhand's distinct heritage.
The 'Mukhyamantri Jan Van Yojana' in Jharkhand focuses on:
Correct Answer: B. Social forestry and providing economic benefits from forests to communities
Various forest-related schemes in Jharkhand aim to promote social forestry, protect community forests, and ensure forest-dwelling tribal communities receive benefits from forest resources. The Jan Van (People's Forest) concept aligns with Jharkhand's tribal culture of forest stewardship. Such schemes balance conservation with tribal livelihoods.
Under which scheme does Jharkhand distribute free gas cylinders (LPG) to BPL households?
Correct Answer: C. Both through state and central schemes
Jharkhand distributes LPG connections through the central PM Ujjwala Yojana as well as state supplementary schemes to BPL households. Providing clean cooking fuel reduces indoor air pollution and associated health problems for tribal and rural women. Jharkhand's forests were also suffering from firewood collection, making LPG distribution ecologically important.
The Jharkhand government's 'Sports University' proposal aims to develop which state-specific athletic tradition?
Correct Answer: B. Tribal sports including archery, football, hockey and traditional games
Jharkhand has a rich tribal sports tradition, particularly in football (Simdega's football talent), hockey, and archery (Deepika Kumari's archery). The state government has focused on sports infrastructure including the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Rourkela (built for Hockey World Cup 2023). Developing sports institutions supports tribal athletic talent that Jharkhand is well known for.