CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 7
Haryana GK · CM, राज्यपाल और योजनाएं · Questions 61–70 of 120
Who was the first Chief Minister of Haryana from the BJP party?
Correct Answer: C. Manohar Lal Khattar
Manohar Lal Khattar was the first Chief Minister of Haryana from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), elected in October 2014 when BJP won a clear majority in the Haryana Vidhan Sabha elections. Earlier BJP was not able to win an outright majority in Haryana. Prior CMs were from Congress, Janata Party, INLD, or supported by various coalitions. Khattar continued as CM until March 2024.
The SYL (Sutlej-Yamuna Link) canal dispute is between Haryana and which neighboring state?
Correct Answer: C. Punjab
The SYL (Sutlej-Yamuna Link) canal dispute is between Haryana and Punjab over sharing of Ravi-Beas river waters. The Supreme Court has repeatedly directed Punjab to complete the SYL canal to give Haryana its share of water. Punjab's state assembly even passed a law to denotify the SYL canal land, which was struck down by the Supreme Court. The dispute dates to the 1981 water-sharing agreement when Haryana was allotted 3.5 MAF of Ravi-Beas waters.
The Haryana government's 'Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana' is designed to compensate farmers when:
Correct Answer: B. Market prices fall below MSP
Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana compensates farmers when market prices of selected crops fall below the State Support Price (SSP) or MSP. The government pays the difference (bhavantar) directly to farmers' bank accounts. The scheme covers vegetables and selected horticulture crops not covered under central MSP. It encourages farmers to diversify beyond wheat and paddy by reducing price risk.
The 'Haryana Gauseva Aayog' (Cow Service Commission) was established to:
Correct Answer: B. Protect and serve stray cattle and gaushalas
Haryana Gauseva Aayog was established to promote and support gaushalas (cow shelters) and protect stray cattle (particularly cows). The state has allocated funds to registered gaushalas and introduced cess for cow protection. Haryana has been a pioneer in cow protection laws and policies. The Aayog also works on developing cattle-based products and bio-gas from cow dung.
Which Haryana CM served during the Emergency period (1975-77) and later became Union Defence Minister?
Correct Answer: C. Bansi Lal
Bansi Lal was Chief Minister of Haryana during the Emergency period (1975–77) and was then elevated by Indira Gandhi to serve as Union Defence Minister (1975–1977). He was a close ally of Indira Gandhi and played a key role in Emergency politics. After the Emergency ended and Janata Party came to power in 1977, Bansi Lal lost power. He returned to CM ship in 1985–87 and again in 1996–99.
The 'Haryana Panchayati Raj Act' provides for elections to gram panchayats at intervals of:
Correct Answer: B. 5 years
Haryana's gram panchayat elections are held every 5 years under the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994. Three-tier panchayati raj institutions include Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti (Block), and Zila Parishad (District). Haryana has introduced educational qualification requirements for panchayat election candidates. The State Election Commission of Haryana conducts these elections independently.
The Haryana government launched 'Parali Protsahan Yojana' offering ₹1,000 per acre to farmers for:
Correct Answer: B. Not burning paddy stubble and managing it in-situ
Under Parali Protsahan Yojana, Haryana farmers receive ₹1,000 per acre as incentive for not burning paddy stubble (parali) and instead managing it in the field or selling it to biomass plants. Stubble burning is a major source of winter air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The scheme works alongside subsidized Happy Seeder machines and bio-decomposer capsules. Haryana, Punjab, and UP together contribute 70%+ of stubble burning incidents during October-November.
Which Haryana city is the headquarters of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha (Legislature)?
Correct Answer: C. Chandigarh
The Haryana Vidhan Sabha meets in Chandigarh, the state capital. The Vidhan Sabha building is part of the Chandigarh Capitol Complex designed by Le Corbusier (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Haryana's 90-member Vidhan Sabha sessions are held multiple times a year. The Speaker (Vidhan Sabha Adhyaksha) presides over its proceedings.
The Haryana government's 'Gram Darshan Portal' enables citizens to view:
Correct Answer: B. All development works and assets in their village
Gram Darshan Portal is a transparency initiative that allows citizens to view all development works, government assets, and scheme beneficiaries in their village. Every gram panchayat has a dedicated page on the portal. Citizens can see completed and ongoing infrastructure projects, beneficiary lists, and expenditure details. It is part of Haryana's e-governance push to reduce corruption at the village level.
Which district was added as the 22nd district of Haryana, created in 2016?
Correct Answer: C. Charkhi Dadri
Charkhi Dadri was created as the 22nd district of Haryana on October 24, 2016, by bifurcating it from Bhiwani district. This was done to improve administrative efficiency in the region. Charkhi Dadri is known for its industrial area and agricultural production. The town has historical significance and has grown as an administrative center since becoming a district headquarters.