CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 6
Haryana GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 51–60 of 120
In the Haryana government's 'Swamitva Yojana' (Village Survey), drones are used to:
Correct Answer: B. Survey and map habitation land in villages (Lal Dora)
Under PM Swamitva Yojana, drones are used to survey habitation land (Lal Dora/Abadi land) in villages to create accurate maps and issue property rights cards (Sampatti Cards) to residents. Haryana was among the early states to implement this scheme. The property cards enable villagers to use their homes as collateral for bank loans. The scheme covers lakhs of households in Haryana's villages.
The Haryana government declared which city as the 'Global City' for international business investment?
Correct Answer: B. Gurugram
Gurugram (formerly Gurgaon) is being developed as 'Gurugram Global City' — a mega urban center for international business, featuring Smart City infrastructure, financial districts, and world-class amenities. The Haryana government announced this project to position Gurugram as an international financial and technology hub. DLF and other real estate companies are key partners in the development. The project includes a Central Business District (CBD) spread over 1,000 acres.
What is Haryana's rank among Indian states in per capita income?
Correct Answer: B. 3rd
Haryana has been among the top 3 states in India in terms of per capita income, after Goa and some smaller states. Its per capita income is significantly higher than the national average, driven by urbanization, industry, and proximity to Delhi. Gurugram is one of India's highest per capita income districts. However, there are significant disparities between urban (Gurugram, Faridabad) and rural (Nuh, Mewat) areas.
The Haryana government's 'Pehchan Portal' is used for:
Correct Answer: C. Online birth and death certificate issuance
Pehchan Portal is used for seamless registration and issuance of birth and death certificates in Haryana. It ensures timely registration of vital events across rural and urban areas. The certificates are linked to Parivar Pehchan Patra for family record integration. Quick issuance of these certificates helps in school enrollment, legal inheritance, and social welfare scheme access.
Which Haryana scheme provides interest-free loans to women for self-employment?
Correct Answer: A. Mahila Samridhi Yojana
Mahila Samridhi Yojana provides micro-credit and self-employment support to women in Haryana, particularly from scheduled castes. The scheme provides interest-free or low-interest loans through government channels. Women's self-help groups (SHGs) are a key delivery mechanism. Haryana has worked to improve women's economic participation through various such schemes, particularly given its historically low female work participation rate.
Which constitutional article governs the appointment and powers of the Governor of a state like Haryana?
Correct Answer: A. Article 153-162
Articles 153 to 162 of the Indian Constitution deal with the executive power of the states, including the appointment, powers, and functions of the Governor. Article 153 provides that each state shall have a Governor. Article 155 states the Governor is appointed by the President. Article 161 gives the Governor the pardoning power for state offences. The Governor of Haryana is a constitutional head who acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
How many districts does Haryana have (as of 2024)?
Correct Answer: C. 22
Haryana has 22 districts as of 2024. The latest district to be formed is Charkhi Dadri, carved out of Bhiwani in 2016. The 22 districts are grouped into 6 divisions: Ambala, Gurugram, Rohtak, Hisar, Faridabad, and Karnal divisions. Haryana was originally formed with 7 districts in 1966 and has grown through bifurcations. Each district is administered by a Deputy Commissioner (DC).
The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) conducts recruitment for:
Correct Answer: B. Class I and II gazetted services in Haryana
Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), headquartered in Panchkula, conducts recruitment examinations for Class I (HCS) and Class II gazetted services in Haryana. The prestigious Haryana Civil Services (HCS) exam selects officers for key administrative roles. HPSC also conducts recruitment for posts like HPSC ADO, Civil Judge (Junior Division), and Naib Tehsildar. HSSC (Haryana Staff Selection Commission) handles Group C non-gazetted posts.
Where is the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) headquartered?
Correct Answer: C. Panchkula
Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) is headquartered in Panchkula. It recruits for Group C and D posts across various Haryana government departments. HSSC CET (Common Eligibility Test) is a major competitive examination for government jobs in Haryana. Candidates who qualify CET are eligible to apply for departmental skill tests and interviews. HSSC has been a target of competitive exam aspirants across Haryana.
The Haryana Civil Services (HCS) examination is conducted by which body?
Correct Answer: B. HPSC
The Haryana Civil Services (HCS) examination is conducted by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC). HCS officers serve as SDOs, ADCs, and eventually District Collector-equivalent posts in Haryana. The exam pattern includes preliminary, mains, and interview stages. HCS is considered the most prestigious state-level job in Haryana, equivalent to IAS in terms of state administration.