Famous Personalities — Set 5
Jharkhand GK · प्रसिद्ध व्यक्तित्व · Questions 41–50 of 100
The Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium built for the 2023 FIH Hockey World Cup is located in which Jharkhand city?
Correct Answer: C. Rourkela
The Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium built for the 2023 FIH Men's Hockey World Cup is located in Rourkela, Odisha — not Jharkhand. Jharkhand was the inspiration for naming it after tribal hero Birsa Munda given the tribal connections of the region. The stadium has one of the largest seating capacities for hockey in the world.
MS Dhoni's jersey number for the Indian cricket team was:
Correct Answer: A. 7
MS Dhoni famously wore jersey number 7 for the Indian cricket team. The number 7 has become synonymous with Dhoni's identity as a cricketer. Dhoni's jersey number 7 has been retired by Chennai Super Kings as a tribute to his iconic status.
Jaipal Singh Munda died in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 1970
Jaipal Singh Munda died on March 20, 1970, in New Delhi. He had dedicated his life to the cause of tribal rights and the Jharkhand movement. His death came 30 years before the eventual creation of the separate Jharkhand state that he had championed.
Which famous personality from Jharkhand is associated with the 'Karo or Maro' (Do or Die) spirit?
Correct Answer: A. Birsa Munda
Birsa Munda's Ulgulan movement embodied the 'do or die' spirit of resistance against British colonial oppression. His declaration 'Abua Raj ete jana, Maharani Raj tundu jana' (Our rule will come, the Queen's rule will end) exemplified this fighting spirit. His brief but intense movement inspired generations of tribal and Indian freedom fighters.
Who established Birsa Munda's 'Birsait' or religious reform sect?
Correct Answer: B. Birsa Munda himself
Birsa Munda himself established a syncretic religious sect known as 'Birsait' combining tribal spiritual traditions with elements of Vaishnavism. His religious charisma attracted thousands of Munda followers who believed in his divine powers. The Birsait sect rejected both Christian conversion and Brahmanical Hinduism while asserting tribal spiritual identity.
What sport did India's Deepika Kumari first learn to shoot with before formal training?
Correct Answer: B. Simple bamboo bow before formal recurve bow training
Deepika Kumari learned archery with a makeshift bamboo bow as a child in Jharkhand before she received formal training. Her natural talent was discovered when she joined Tata Archery Academy in Jamshedpur. This story of discovering extraordinary talent from humble tribal origins has made Deepika an inspirational figure.
Birsa Munda was arrested by the British in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1897
Birsa Munda was first arrested by the British in 1895 and imprisoned for two years at Hazaribagh Jail. After his release in 1897, he continued his activities and launched the Ulgulan in 1899-1900. He was arrested again in February 1900 and died in Ranchi Central Jail in June 1900.
Which national award has Deepika Kumari received for her achievements in archery?
Correct Answer: B. Arjuna Award
Deepika Kumari received the Arjuna Award in 2012 for her outstanding achievement in archery. She was one of the youngest recipients of this national sports honour. The Arjuna Award recognized her exceptional performance at international tournaments and her contribution to Indian archery.
The Santhal Hul movement of 1855 led to which major administrative change?
Correct Answer: B. Creation of the Santhal Parganas district
Following the Santhal Hul of 1855-56, the British created the Santhal Parganas as a separate administrative district in 1855. This was done to pacify the Santhals and give them a degree of administrative recognition. The Santhal Parganas was later incorporated into Jharkhand when the state was formed in 2000.
MS Dhoni's famous last-ball six in the 2011 World Cup final was hit against which bowler?
Correct Answer: B. Nuwan Kulasekara
MS Dhoni hit the famous winning six against Nuwan Kulasekara of Sri Lanka in the 2011 ODI World Cup final at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. The six off the penultimate over ended the match with India winning by 6 wickets. Dhoni was named the Man of the Match for his unbeaten knock of 91*.