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Q1 · Ancient India
Which of the following ancient Indian texts is primarily concerned with the science of archery and military tactics?
- A. Arthashastra
- B. Dhanurveda
- C. Manusmriti
- D. Natyashastra
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Dhanurveda is the ancient Indian science of archery and military tactics. Arthashastra deals with statecraft, Manusmriti with law codes, and Natyashastra with performing arts.
Q2 · Indian geography
The Narmada River flows through a rift valley between which of the following mountain ranges?
- A. Aravalli and Vindhya
- B. Vindhya and Satpura
- C. Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
- D. Satpura and Maikal
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The Narmada River flows westward through a rift valley located between the Vindhya Range to the north and the Satpura Range to the south.
Q3 · Biology and human body
Which of the following glands in the human body is known as the 'Master Gland'?
- A. Thyroid gland
- B. Adrenal gland
- C. Pituitary gland
- D. Pancreas
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The pituitary gland is called the 'Master Gland' because it controls the functions of most other endocrine glands by secreting various hormones.
Q4 · International affairs
In the 2026 Henley Passport Index, which country retained the top position with 192 visa-free destinations?
- A. Japan
- B. Singapore
- C. South Korea
- D. Germany
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Singapore retained the top position in the 2026 Henley Passport Index with 192 visa-free destinations, followed closely by Japan and South Korea.
Q5 · Tilka Manjhi rebellion (1784)
Consider the following statements about the Tilka Manjhi rebellion (1784): 1. It was primarily against the East India Company's land revenue policies. 2. Tilka Manjhi led a successful guerrilla ambush on British administrator Augustus Cleveland in 1784. 3. He was publicly executed in Bhagalpur in 1785. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- A. 1 and 2 only
- B. 2 and 3 only
- C. 1 and 3 only
- D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer and solution
Answer: D
All three statements are correct. Tilka Manjhi rebelled against British land revenue policies, successfully attacked Augustus Cleveland in January 1784, and was captured and executed in Bhagalpur in 1785.
Q6 · Birsa Munda Ulgulan (1899-1900)
The term 'Dharti Aba' is associated with which tribal leader of Jharkhand?
- A. Sido Murmu
- B. Birsa Munda
- C. Jatra Bhagat
- D. Gaya Munda
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Birsa Munda is revered as 'Dharti Aba' (Father of the Earth) for his leadership in the Ulgulan movement (1899-1900) that sought to establish Munda Raj against British colonial rule and exploitation by landlords.
Q7 · Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act 1949
The Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act, which provides special land rights to tribals in the Santhal Pargana region, was passed in:
- A. 1938
- B. 1942
- C. 1949
- D. 1952
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Santhal Pargana Tenancy (SPT) Act was passed in 1949 to protect tribal land rights in the Santhal Pargana region. It restricts the transfer of tribal land to non-tribals and aims to prevent exploitation and alienation of indigenous communities from their ancestral lands.
Q8 · Mineral wealth of Jharkhand
Jharkhand holds which position among Indian states in terms of coal reserves and iron ore reserves respectively?
- A. 1st in coal, 1st in iron ore
- B. 1st in coal, 2nd in iron ore
- C. 2nd in coal, 1st in iron ore
- D. 3rd in coal, 2nd in iron ore
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Jharkhand occupies the 1st position in coal reserves and 2nd position in iron ore reserves among Indian states, and is the sole producer of prime coking coal.
Q9 · Festivals of Jharkhand
The Karam festival, celebrated by various tribal communities in Jharkhand, is observed on which day of the Hindu calendar?
- A. 9th day of Chaitra month
- B. 11th day of Bhadra month
- C. Full moon day of Kartik month
- D. 5th day of Ashadh month
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Karam festival is held on the 11th day of the moon in Bhadra month (August-September). During this festival, the Karam tree is worshipped for prosperity, youth, and good harvest.
Q10 · Jharkhand state schemes
The 'Abua Awas Yojana' launched by the Jharkhand government aims to provide which of the following benefits?
- A. Free education to tribal children
- B. Housing assistance to rural poor
- C. Health insurance coverage
- D. Agricultural loan waivers
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Abua Awas Yojana is a housing scheme launched by the Jharkhand government to provide affordable housing to the rural poor families, particularly targeting those living in kutcha houses.
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General Studies (Paper I)
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Jharkhand-specific General Knowledge (Paper II)
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