State Specific General Knowledge

Match the state government welfare schemes listed in List-I with their primary objectives and key policy provisions listed in List-II:

With reference to the flagship social security program 'Lakshmir Bhandar Yojana' implemented by the State Government of West Bengal, which of the following statements accurately describes its core beneficiary eligibility criteria, social category benefit differentials, and excluded categories?

Match the National Parks / Protected Areas of Madhya Pradesh in List-I with their corresponding primary district locations and ecological highlights in List-II.

The Government of Tamil Nadu launched the flagship rights scheme 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam' aimed at empowering women heads of households through financial aid. Which of the following statements regarding the eligibility criteria and implementation framework of this scheme are correct? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following protected areas in Chhattisgarh is drained by the Kanger River, features the subterranean Kotumsar limestone caves, and serves as a natural habitat for the state bird, the Bastar Hill Myna?

Consider the following statements regarding the intangible cultural heritage and traditional performing arts of Kerala:

1. 'Mudiyettu' is a traditional ritual dance-drama depicting the mythological battle between the goddess Kali and the demon Darika.
2. 'Theyyam' is a popular ritual worship dance incorporating elaborate costumes and headgear, practiced primarily in the North Malabar region.
3. 'Koodiyattam' is a UNESCO-recognized Sanskrit theatre tradition performed exclusively as a folk dance during the annual harvest festival of Onam.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the statutory position, administrative powers, and jurisdiction of the Lokayukta in state administration:

1. The office of Lokayukta is a uniform constitutional body created under Article 252 across all states.
2. In most states, the recommendations and investigation reports submitted by the Lokayukta regarding public servants are advisory in nature and not legally binding on the state executive.
3. Members of the state judiciary, including serving judges of the High Court, fall directly under the investigative jurisdiction of the State Lokayukta.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Match the following prominent regional uprisings in 19th-century state history (List-I) with their respective key leaders or associated centers (List-II):

This traditional folk dance form originated among the Bhil tribe of Rajasthan and was later adopted by royal Rajput communities. It is characterized by women executing graceful twirling movements in flowing skirts ('ghaghra'). Which of the following folk dance forms is being described?

Regarding the physical relief, major mountain ranges, and hydrography of Himachal Pradesh, which of the following statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the newly instituted State Lok Seva Ratna Award presented in early 2026:

1. It is the highest civilian honor conferred by the state government for exemplary public service and community welfare initiatives.
2. Eminent environmentalist and social activist Prof. Ramesh Chandra Verma was named the inaugurating recipient of this award in 2026 for his pioneering work in community-led watershed management.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the demographic profile and social indicators of Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations in state human development assessments based on official Census data?

The state administration announced several flagship institutional appointments and personality-led governance initiatives between late 2024 and early 2026. In what chronological sequence did the following events take place from earliest to latest?

In state demographic analysis of Madhya Pradesh, administrative planning distinguishes between proportional tribal concentration and total headcount. Which district accounts for the highest absolute number of Scheduled Tribe (ST) residents in the state?

Based on the official demographic records of the Census of India, educational attainment at the district tier serves as a fundamental benchmark for regional human development. Arrange the following districts of Madhya Pradesh in descending order (from highest to lowest) of their overall literacy rate:

Match the traditional state folk theatre and performance art forms in Column I with their respective regional socio-cultural attributes and practices in Column II:

Match the flagship State Government welfare schemes listed in List-I with their corresponding primary policy objectives and target sectors listed in List-II:

In the mineral and energy resources sector of Tamil Nadu, the extensive tertiary sedimentary deposits of lignite that fuel the Neyveli thermal power generation complex are primarily concentrated in which district?

The Rampura Agucha zinc-lead deposit, which represents one of the world's richest zinc-lead ore bodies and forms a cornerstone of the state's mining revenue, is situated in which administrative district of Rajasthan?

Consider the following statements regarding the tribal socio-cultural institutions and heritage traditions of Central and Eastern India:

1. The *Ghotul* is a traditional village dormitory institution among the Muria Gonds that serves to transmit oral folklore, customary discipline, and civic responsibilities to tribal youth.
2. The *Sarhul* festival, celebrated by the Oraon and Munda communities at the sacred grove (*Sarna*), marks the completion of the winter crop harvest and the commencement of grain storage.
3. *Dhokra* craft, preserved by indigenous artisan groups in the Bastar and Chota Nagpur belts, utilizes the non-ferrous lost-wax (*cire perdue*) casting technique to produce ritual figurines.

Which of the statements given above are correct?