CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 4
Jharkhand GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 31–40 of 120
Which scheme in Jharkhand provides free treatment to BPL families at government hospitals?
Correct Answer: B. Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana / Ayushman Bharat
Jharkhand implements the Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana alongside Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY to provide cashless healthcare to BPL and other beneficiary families. The scheme covers hospitalization costs for a wide range of illnesses and procedures. Jharkhand has worked to expand healthcare access for its large tribal and rural population.
The Jharkhand Police headquarter is located in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Ranchi
The Jharkhand Police headquarters is located in Ranchi, the state capital. Jharkhand Police deals with challenges of Maoist/Naxal activity, tribal conflicts, mining-related crimes, and trafficking. The state police has specialized units including anti-Naxal operations forces.
The Jharkhand Legislative Assembly is known as:
Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha
The Jharkhand Legislative Assembly is called the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha. It has 81 seats, including 28 seats reserved for Scheduled Tribes (STs) and 9 seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs). The Vidhan Sabha is located in Ranchi.
How many seats does the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) have?
Correct Answer: B. 81
The Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha has 81 seats total. Of these, 28 seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribes (STs) and 9 seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs). The large number of reserved tribal seats reflects the significant tribal population of the state.
Who started the demand for the creation of a separate Jharkhand state?
Correct Answer: B. Jaipal Singh Munda from the 1950s
Jaipal Singh Munda (Marang Gomke) raised the demand for a separate Jharkhand state from the 1950s in the Constituent Assembly and Parliament. He was the founder of the Jharkhand Party and used constitutional methods to advocate for tribal rights and a separate state. The movement continued after him with leaders like Shibu Soren and JMM.
The 'Jharkhand Movement Agitation' was led by which organization under Shibu Soren from the 1970s?
Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), founded by Shibu Soren in 1972, led the Jharkhand movement for a separate state through sustained agitation. The movement demanded rights over tribal land, forest, and mineral resources. JMM's sustained pressure over decades was crucial in the eventual creation of Jharkhand.
What is the name of the scheme launched to provide affordable housing to urban poor in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: D. Both A and B
Jharkhand implements both PM Awas Yojana (central) and its own state scheme Abua Awas Yojana to provide affordable housing. The state government launched Abua Awas Yojana particularly for those not covered under the central scheme. Combined, these schemes aim to make Jharkhand free from homelessness.
The 'Jharkhand Rajya Khadya Suraksha Yojana' ensures:
Correct Answer: B. Food security through subsidized grain to poor families
Jharkhand Rajya Khadya Suraksha Yojana ensures food security by providing subsidized food grains to BPL and priority household families. It complements the National Food Security Act implementation in the state. Jharkhand has struggled with hunger and malnutrition issues, making food security schemes particularly critical.
The 'Birsa Munda Football Tournament' is organized annually in Jharkhand to:
Correct Answer: B. Nurture tribal sports talent and honour Birsa Munda's memory
Birsa Munda Football Tournament is organized to nurture tribal football talent and honour the memory of Birsa Munda. Football is extremely popular in tribal communities of Jharkhand, particularly in areas like Simdega. The tournament serves as a platform to discover and develop tribal footballers for higher competitions.
The 'Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana' in Jharkhand provides assistance for:
Correct Answer: B. Marriage expenses for poor families
Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana provides financial assistance to BPL and poor families to meet wedding expenses. This scheme helps tribal and poor families who struggle to afford wedding ceremonies. It aims to prevent poverty-driven issues like dowry pressure and early marriage.