CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 5
Jharkhand GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 41–50 of 120
Which district of Jharkhand is the birthplace of MS Dhoni, the famous cricket captain?
Correct Answer: C. Ranchi
MS Dhoni (Mahendra Singh Dhoni) was born in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, on July 7, 1981. Ranchi is extremely proud of producing India's most successful cricket captain. Dhoni led India to the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, and 2013 Champions Trophy victories.
Ranchi is sometimes referred to as the 'City of Waterfalls' because of:
Correct Answer: B. Numerous natural waterfalls in and around Ranchi
Ranchi is called the 'City of Waterfalls' because of the numerous natural waterfalls in and around the city. Famous waterfalls include Hundru Falls (on Subarnarekha river), Jonha Falls, Dasam Falls, and Dassam Falls. These waterfalls make Ranchi a tourist attraction.
Which scheme of the Jharkhand government focuses on providing skill training to tribal youth?
Correct Answer: B. Mukhyamantri Rojgar Srijan Yojana / skill training schemes
Jharkhand implements several skill development schemes including Mukhyamantri Rojgar Srijan Yojana to provide vocational and skill training to tribal and rural youth. The state also implements central schemes like PMKVY. Skill development is a priority given Jharkhand's young tribal population seeking employment.
The Jharkhand Space Application Centre (JSAC) is located in:
Correct Answer: C. Ranchi
The Jharkhand Space Application Centre (JSAC) is located in Ranchi. It uses satellite and remote sensing technology for natural resource management, disaster management, and infrastructure planning. JSAC helps the state government use satellite data for various developmental applications including forest mapping and land use.
The 'Savitribai Phule Kishori Samridhi Yojana' in Jharkhand is targeted at:
Correct Answer: B. Adolescent girls from BPL/SECC families
Savitribai Phule Kishori Samridhi Yojana is targeted at adolescent girls from BPL and SECC families in Jharkhand. It provides cash transfers at different stages of schooling to encourage girls to continue education and delay marriage. The scheme is named after Savitribai Phule, the pioneer of women's education in India.
Which city is known as the 'Ruhr of India' and is home to the Jharia coalfield?
Correct Answer: B. Dhanbad
Dhanbad is known as the 'Ruhr of India' due to its extensive coal mining operations, similar to the Ruhr industrial region of Germany. It is home to the Jharia coalfield, which contains the largest reserves of prime coking coal in India. BCCL (Bharat Coking Coal Limited) headquartered in Dhanbad manages most of the Jharia coalfield.
The Hemant Soren government launched 'Johar Yojana' primarily for:
Correct Answer: B. Promoting tribal business and entrepreneurship
Johar Yojana (World Bank-funded) was launched to develop tribal women's self-help groups and promote livelihood activities including agriculture, livestock, and small enterprises. The scheme aims to enhance income and economic empowerment of tribal communities. It has supported thousands of SHG members across Jharkhand.
Which Governor of Jharkhand later became the President of India?
Correct Answer: C. Draupadi Murmu
Draupadi Murmu, who served as Governor of Jharkhand from 2015 to 2021, later became the 15th President of India in 2022. She is a tribal leader from the Santhal community of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. Her presidency is a historic milestone as the first tribal person to hold this highest constitutional office.
The 'Universal Basic Income' pilot was attempted in which state of India before Jharkhand adopted similar concepts?
Correct Answer: B. Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh conducted one of the pilot Universal Basic Income experiments in India. Jharkhand has also experimented with direct benefit transfer schemes that share some features of UBI. These initiatives aim to provide direct financial support to the poorest citizens without bureaucratic intermediaries.
The Panchayati Raj system in Jharkhand is governed by which constitutional provision for tribal areas?
Correct Answer: A. 5th Schedule and PESA Act 1996
Jharkhand's tribal areas are governed by the 5th Schedule of the Constitution and the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA). PESA gives tribal gram sabhas (village assemblies) special powers over natural resources. This provides constitutional protection for tribal self-governance in scheduled areas.