Formation & History — Set 7
Jharkhand GK · गठन और इतिहास · Questions 61–70 of 140
The Santhal community's agricultural practices in Jharkhand traditionally included which primary crops?
Correct Answer: B. Rice and millet
The correct answer is Rice and millet. The Santal community traditionally cultivated rice and millet as primary crops in the fertile regions of Jharkhand, adapting to the local climate and soil conditions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The tribal population of Jharkhand historically maintained which form of governance system?
Correct Answer: B. Village council (Gram Sabha)
The correct answer is Village council (Gram Sabha). The tribal communities of Jharkhand historically practiced village council governance (Gram Sabha or similar), where decisions were made collectively by tribal elders and community representatives. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which British policy specifically affected the traditional forest rights of tribal communities in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Forest Act of 1878
The correct answer is Forest Act of 1878. The Indian Forest Act of 1878 significantly restricted tribal access to forests and traditional resources, which had been freely used for generations, causing widespread resentment among tribal communities. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The Great Rebellion of 1857 saw participation from Jharkhand through which military campaign?
Correct Answer: C. Large-scale armed uprising
The correct answer is Large-scale armed uprising. The 1857 Rebellion saw large-scale armed uprisings in Jharkhand, particularly in Palamu and Chotanagpur regions, where local warriors and tribal leaders coordinated military resistance against British forces. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The Bhagwa movement in Jharkhand during the 1960s was primarily aimed at achieving which objective?
Correct Answer: A. Land redistribution
The correct answer is Land redistribution. The Bhagwa movement (also related to Jharkhand Movement) during the 1960s-1970s sought land redistribution and better economic conditions for tribal and marginalized communities. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Madan Mohan Malviya's educational initiatives influenced which regions of India including Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Entire India including eastern regions
The correct answer is Entire India including eastern regions. Madan Mohan Malviya's educational and nationalist initiatives, including the establishment of Banaras Hindu University, influenced intellectual and nationalistic movements across India including Jharkhand region. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The Lokamanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak's nationalist movement influenced which regions during early 20th century?
Correct Answer: C. All of India
The correct answer is All of India. Though Bal Gangadhar Tilak was primarily based in Maharashtra, his nationalist philosophy and 'Swaraj' movement influenced intellectual circles across all of India, including Jharkhand regions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The partition of Bengal in 1905 had indirect effects on nationalist movements in which regions?
Correct Answer: B. Bengal and surrounding eastern regions including Jharkhand
The correct answer is Bengal and surrounding eastern regions including Jharkhand. The partition of Bengal in 1905 sparked nationalist movements across Bengal and surrounding eastern regions including Jharkhand, leading to increased political consciousness among various communities. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which aspect of British colonial rule in Jharkhand had the greatest impact on tribal societies?
Correct Answer: B. Disruption of land tenure and forest access
The correct answer is Disruption of land tenure and forest access. The disruption of traditional land tenure systems and restricted forest access through colonial policies had the most significant negative impact on tribal societies in Jharkhand, leading to economic distress and rebellion. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The transition from monarchical to republican governance in Jharkhand occurred when?
Correct Answer: A. 1947 with Indian Independence
The correct answer is 1947 with Indian Independence. The transition from British colonial monarchical governance to republican India occurred in 1947 with Indian Independence, when Jharkhand became part of the independent Indian nation. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.