Question 1

Who is the current Chief Minister of Rajasthan as of 2024?

Accepted Answer

Bhajan Lal Sharma. Bhajan Lal Sharma became Chief Minister of Rajasthan in December 2023, succeeding Ashok Gehlot. He is from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Sharma has prior experience as Chief Minister during 1996-1997. He won the 2023 Rajasthan state elections.

Question 2

Who was the first Chief Minister of Rajasthan after independence?

Accepted Answer

Hiralal Shastri. Hiralal Shastri was the first Chief Minister of Rajasthan after Indian independence in 1947. He led the state during the period of integration of Rajputana states. Shastri served as CM until 1949 when Rajasthan was formally constituted as a state.

Question 3

Which scheme provides guaranteed income support to farmers in Rajasthan?

Accepted Answer

Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Yojana. The Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Yojana provides income support and accident insurance to farmers. Launched by the Rajasthan government, this scheme covers accidental deaths and disabilities. It provides financial assistance to farmers for medical emergencies related to farming accidents.

Question 4

What is the main objective of the Chiranjeevi Yojana?

Accepted Answer

Provide health insurance to workers. The Chiranjeevi Yojana (Health Insurance Scheme) provides health insurance coverage to unorganized sector workers and below poverty line families. Launched in 2021, it covers hospitalization expenses up to 10 lakh rupees per annum. The scheme aims to protect vulnerable populations from catastrophic health expenditure.

Question 5

Which scheme in Rajasthan supports education of vulnerable children?

Accepted Answer

Palanhar Yojana. The Palanhar Yojana supports nutrition and education of vulnerable children and children without parental care. It provides monthly assistance for food and education expenses. The scheme covers children aged 0-18 years from poor families and orphanages.

CM, Governors & Schemes — Set 1