Famous Personalities — Set 6
Jharkhand GK · प्रसिद्ध व्यक्तित्व · Questions 51–60 of 100
Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi is a major venue for which sport?
Correct Answer: A. Cricket
Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium (Jharkhand Cricket Association Stadium) in Ranchi is a major international cricket venue. It hosted MS Dhoni's final Test match in India and multiple international cricket matches. The stadium is named after the great tribal leader and hockey player Jaipal Singh Munda.
Birsa Munda is featured on the Indian currency note of which denomination?
Correct Answer: C. There is no currency note featuring Birsa Munda
As of the knowledge cutoff, Birsa Munda is not featured on Indian currency notes, which predominantly feature Mahatma Gandhi. However, his portrait appears on government buildings, postage stamps, and official seals in Jharkhand. There have been demands to include his image on currency notes recognising his contribution to India's freedom struggle.
Who was the husband of Draupadi Murmu before she entered politics?
Correct Answer: B. Shyam Charan Murmu
Draupadi Murmu was married to Shyam Charan Murmu. She faced personal tragedies — her husband and two sons died before she became a prominent political figure. Despite these personal losses, she continued in public service and eventually became India's 15th President.
Hemant Soren was arrested in 2024 in connection with which type of case?
Correct Answer: B. Land scam / money laundering case
Hemant Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in January 2024 in connection with a land scam and money laundering case. He was in judicial custody for several months before being granted bail. He returned to become Chief Minister after the JMM alliance won the 2024 Jharkhand elections.
Which Jharkhand personality is known for winning the first World Archery Championships medal for India?
Correct Answer: A. Deepika Kumari
Deepika Kumari has been at the forefront of Indian archery, winning multiple medals at World Archery Championships. She was the first Indian woman to become World No. 1 in recurve archery. Her achievements have put India firmly on the world archery map.
The movement for a separate Jharkhand state is rooted in the demand for rights over 'Jal-Jangal-Jameen' meaning:
Correct Answer: B. Water, Forest, Land
'Jal-Jangal-Jameen' (Water, Forest, Land) represents the three fundamental resources that tribal communities have fought to protect and control. This slogan encapsulates the essence of the Jharkhand movement — tribal self-determination over natural resources. These three resources form the basis of tribal cultural, economic, and spiritual life.
Simdega district of Jharkhand is known for producing talent in which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Football / Hockey
Simdega district of Jharkhand is famous for producing exceptional talent in football and hockey. The district has produced numerous national and international players. Simdega is often called the 'sports district' of Jharkhand and has a rich tradition of tribal sports excellence.
Arjun Munda, the former CM of Jharkhand, later served as Union Minister in which ministry?
Correct Answer: C. Tribal Affairs Ministry
Arjun Munda served as Union Minister of Tribal Affairs in the central government. As a tribal leader from Jharkhand, he was well-suited to handle tribal welfare policy at the national level. He later contested and won the Khunti Lok Sabha seat representing tribal interests.
Who is known as the 'Guruji' of Jharkhand tribal politics?
Correct Answer: C. Shibu Soren
Shibu Soren is known as 'Guruji' in Jharkhand tribal politics. This title acknowledges his role as a teacher and guide of the tribal movement. He founded JMM and led the sustained agitation that eventually resulted in the creation of Jharkhand state.
Kanhu Murmu, a leader of the Santhal Hul, was executed at which location?
Correct Answer: C. Barhait/Panchkathia
Kanhu Murmu was executed by the British at Barhait (also called Panchkathia). Sidhu Murmu was killed in a British operation. The execution of the Santhal Hul leaders did not end the spirit of resistance but made them martyrs who continued to inspire tribal communities.