Famous Personalities — Set 4
Jharkhand GK · प्रसिद्ध व्यक्तित्व · Questions 31–40 of 100
Which tribal leader participated in the 1857 uprising in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Thakur Vishwanath Shahdeo
Thakur Vishwanath Shahdeo was a tribal leader from Ranchi who participated in the uprising of 1857, aligning with the revolt against British rule. He was captured and executed by the British in 1858. He is remembered as a martyr who gave his life for India's independence.
Sheikhoo Munda is associated with which tribal revolt?
Correct Answer: C. Kol Revolt
The Kol Revolt (1831-32) was one of the earliest tribal uprisings against British rule and non-tribal exploitation in the Chotanagpur region. Munda tribal leaders participated in this revolt against Ijaradar (revenue farmer) system imposed by the British. The revolt was a precursor to later movements including Birsa Munda's Ulgulan.
Jatara Oraon started which important tribal reform movement in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Tana Bhagat Movement
Jatara Oraon (also known as Jatra Bhagat) started the Tana Bhagat Movement in 1914 among the Oraon tribal community. The movement combined tribal identity with Vaishnavite devotion and advocated non-violent resistance. Tana Bhagats later participated in the national independence movement under Mahatma Gandhi.
MS Dhoni played his first Test match for India against which country?
Correct Answer: C. Pakistan
MS Dhoni made his Test debut against Pakistan in Chennai in December 2005. He had earlier made his ODI debut against Bangladesh in December 2004. Dhoni established himself as one of India's greatest ever wicket-keeper batsmen and captains.
Deepika Kumari won how many gold medals at the 2021 Archery World Cup Stage 3?
Correct Answer: C. Three
Deepika Kumari had an extraordinary performance at the 2021 Archery World Cup Stage 3 in Paris, winning three gold medals — in individual recurve, mixed team, and women's team events. This performance came just before the Tokyo Olympics and established her as the world's top-ranked archer. Her Paris triumphs brought immense pride to Jharkhand.
Which river is historically associated with Birsa Munda's movement in the Chotanagpur region?
Correct Answer: C. Subarnarekha
The Subarnarekha river runs through the Chotanagpur plateau, the homeland of the Munda tribal community and the area of Birsa Munda's activities. The Chotanagpur plateau and its rivers, forests, and hills are deeply embedded in Munda cultural identity. Birsa Munda's movement was rooted in the protection of this land and its people.
Who is known as the first Chief Minister of undivided Bihar who was from the Jharkhand region?
Correct Answer: D. None — no CM from Jharkhand region in undivided Bihar
In undivided Bihar, the Chief Ministers were mainly from north Bihar regions. The Jharkhand region did not produce a Chief Minister of undivided Bihar. This political marginalisation of the Jharkhand region was one of the factors driving the demand for a separate state.
Hemant Soren, the current CM of Jharkhand, is the son of:
Correct Answer: C. Shibu Soren
Hemant Soren is the son of Shibu Soren, the founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM). He has carried forward his father's political legacy and the JMM's ideology. Hemant Soren has served multiple terms as Chief Minister of Jharkhand.
Which famous tribal leader of Jharkhand also served as a Union Cabinet Minister?
Correct Answer: C. Shibu Soren
Shibu Soren served as a Union Cabinet Minister (Coal Minister) in the central government multiple times. He has also served as Chief Minister of Jharkhand multiple times. Shibu Soren is one of the most politically influential tribal leaders in India's post-independence history.
What is the name of the Birsa Munda International Airport in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi
The Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi is the main airport of Jharkhand. It is named after the great tribal hero Birsa Munda. The airport has been upgraded to handle international flights and plays a key role in Jharkhand's connectivity to other parts of India and beyond.