Formation & History — Set 10
Jharkhand GK · गठन और इतिहास · Questions 91–100 of 140
The migration of laborers from Jharkhand to British plantations occurred primarily during which period?
Correct Answer: C. 1890-1920
Large-scale migration of laborers from Jharkhand to British plantations (tea, coffee, rubber) in Assam and other regions occurred primarily between 1890-1920, driven by economic necessity and colonial recruitment.
The 'Maidique' festival celebrated by tribal communities in Jharkhand was traditionally associated with which activity?
Correct Answer: C. Harvest celebration
The 'Madai' or 'Maidique' festival, celebrated by tribal communities in Jharkhand, was traditionally associated with harvest celebration and community feasting during the agricultural season.
Which historical factor limited agricultural development in Jharkhand despite fertile soils?
Correct Answer: B. Forest density and tribal land rights
Despite fertile soils, agricultural development in Jharkhand was historically limited by dense forests and tribal land rights systems, which prevented large-scale commercialization of agriculture.
The 'Diwali' celebration in Jharkhand tribal communities was traditionally observed to mark which occasion?
Correct Answer: B. End of monsoon and prosperity
In tribal communities of Jharkhand, Diwali was traditionally observed to mark the end of monsoon season and to celebrate prosperity, good harvest, and new beginnings in the agricultural calendar.
Which ancient kingdom's architecture and sculptures have been discovered in archaeological sites across Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: A. Mauryan
Mauryan period architecture and sculptures, including stone pillars and edicts, have been discovered in archaeological sites across Jharkhand, reflecting the empire's influence on the region.
The practice of 'Bride-price' or 'bride-wealth' in certain tribal communities of Jharkhand represented which social institution?
Correct Answer: B. Economic exchange and kinship bond
The practice of bride-price in tribal communities represented an economic exchange system and established kinship bonds between families, reflecting the community's social and economic values.
The 'Munda' administrative system in traditional tribal governance represented which form of leadership?
Correct Answer: B. Elected chief leadership
The Munda administrative system represented a form of elected or consensually chosen chief leadership, where the Munda (chief) was selected by the community based on merit and acceptance.
Which British administrative reform directly impacted the traditional 'Raja-Rani' system in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Permanent Settlement 1793
The Permanent Settlement of 1793 directly impacted the traditional Raja-Rani system by fixing revenue obligations and introducing centralized land revenue collection, undermining traditional tribal governance structures.
The abolition of 'Zamindari' system in India occurred in which year, significantly affecting Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. 1952
The abolition of the Zamindari system in India was completed in 1952 through various state legislation, significantly affecting Jharkhand by transferring land rights from Zamindars to cultivators.
The linguistic diversity of Jharkhand reflects the historical migration and settlement of which groups?
Correct Answer: B. Various tribal, Indo-Aryan, and Dravidian-influenced groups
The linguistic diversity of Jharkhand reflects the historical migration and settlement of various tribal communities, Indo-Aryan speakers, and populations with Dravidian linguistic influences, each contributing distinct languages and dialects.