Formation & History — Set 5
Jharkhand GK · गठन और इतिहास · Questions 41–50 of 140
The direct administrative control of Jharkhand by the British came after which major event?
Correct Answer: A. Battle of Plassey
The correct answer is Battle of Plassey. Direct British administrative control over Jharkhand came after the Battle of Plassey in 1757, though full consolidation took several decades of military campaigns. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The zamindari system introduced by the British in Jharkhand resulted in which major consequence?
Correct Answer: B. Displacement of tribal farmers
The correct answer is Displacement of tribal farmers. The zamindari system introduced by the British led to the displacement of tribal farmers from their ancestral lands, causing widespread resentment and triggering multiple tribal rebellions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which British administrative division included the Chotanagpur region until 1947?
Correct Answer: C. Bengal Province/Presidency
The correct answer is Bengal Province/Presidency. The Chotanagpur region remained part of Bengal Province (formerly Bengal Presidency) under British rule until Indian independence in 1947. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The tribal movements in Jharkhand during 1800s were primarily a response to which colonial policy?
Correct Answer: C. Land revenue and property rights
The correct answer is Land revenue and property rights. Tribal movements in 19th century Jharkhand were primarily triggered by colonial policies regarding land revenue, taxation, and property rights that displaced traditional tribal governance. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which tribal leader from Jharkhand participated in the broader Indian independence movement alongside the Quit India Movement?
Correct Answer: D. Jagjivan Ram
The correct answer is Jagjivan Ram. Jagjivan Ram, from Bihar (which included Jharkhand), was a prominent tribal leader and freedom fighter who actively participated in the Quit India Movement and Indian independence struggle. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The partition of India in 1947 had which impact on Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Remained part of Bihar
The correct answer is Remained part of Bihar. At the time of Indian partition in 1947, Jharkhand remained part of Bihar state and continued to be a constituent region of India. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which movement in Jharkhand sought to create a separate state from Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha
The correct answer is Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) was the primary political movement that fought for the creation of a separate state of Jharkhand from Bihar starting from the 1970s. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The Jharkhand movement gained momentum especially after which decade?
Correct Answer: C. 1970s
The correct answer is 1970s. The Jharkhand movement gained significant momentum from the 1970s onwards, with the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha organizing mass campaigns and political activities for statehood. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Who was the chief minister of Bihar when Jharkhand was separated as a new state in 2000?
Correct Answer: A. Laloo Prasad Yadav
The correct answer is Laloo Prasad Yadav. Laloo Prasad Yadav was the Chief Minister of Bihar when Jharkhand was carved out as a separate state on November 15, 2000. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The first chief minister of Jharkhand was from which political party?
Correct Answer: A. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha
The correct answer is Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. Babulal Marandi from Jharkhand Mukti Morcha was the first Chief Minister of Jharkhand state after its formation on November 15, 2000. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.