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Q.11 Medium General Studies I
Haryana's 'Manohar Lal Khattar' government launched the 'Haryana Skill Employment Enhancement Drive (HSED)' in which year to address employment challenges?
A April 2020
B May 2015
C May 2021
D April 2023
Correct Answer:  B. May 2015
EXPLANATION

# Solution: Haryana Skill Employment Enhancement Drive (HSED)

The Haryana Skill Employment Enhancement Drive was a government initiative designed to tackle unemployment and skill gaps in the state through structured workforce development programs.

Step 1: Understanding the Program Context

The HSED is a flagship scheme of the Haryana government aimed at bridging the gap between job seekers and employment opportunities by providing skill training and employment assistance to unemployed youth in the state.

Step 2: Historical Timeline Recognition

Manohar Lal Khattar became Chief Minister of Haryana in March 2014. The HSED was launched in May 2015, within his first year of governance, as part of his initial push to address the critical employment challenges facing the state's youth population.

[B) May 2015 is the correct answer.]

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Q.12 Medium General Studies I
In the context of Haryana's industrial development, which sector has emerged as a significant contributor to the state's economy in the last decade, particularly in cities like Gurgaon and Faridabad?
A Information Technology and IT-enabled Services
B Textile Manufacturing
C Pharmaceutical Production
D Food Processing Industries
Correct Answer:  A. Information Technology and IT-enabled Services
EXPLANATION

Gurgaon and surrounding areas have become major hubs for IT and IT-enabled services, contributing substantially to Haryana's economic growth and making it a leading sector in the state's economy.

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Q.13 Medium General Studies I
The Haryana Bhulekh portal was launched primarily to:
A Provide online education services
B Display land records and ownership information online
C Manage water distribution
D Track agricultural production
Correct Answer:  B. Display land records and ownership information online
EXPLANATION

The Bhulekh portal is Haryana's digital initiative to provide transparent access to land records and property ownership information.

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Q.14 Medium General Studies I
Which district in Haryana has the highest population density?
A Faridabad
B Gurgaon
C Hisar
D Rohtak
Correct Answer:  A. Faridabad
EXPLANATION

Population density is a measure of how many people live per unit area in a given region.

Step 1: Understanding Population Density

Population density is calculated by dividing the total population of a region by its total area in square kilometers.

\[\text{Population Density} = \frac{\text{Total Population}}{\text{Total Area (km²)}}\]

Step 2: Comparing Haryana Districts

Among the major districts in Haryana, Faridabad has the highest concentration of population relative to its area. Faridabad, being an industrial and urban hub adjacent to Delhi, has a population density of approximately 1,800+ persons per km², significantly higher than Gurgaon (around 650 persons/km²), Hisar (around 350 persons/km²), and Rohtak (around 500 persons/km²).

Final Answer: (A) Faridabad has the highest population density in Haryana due to its industrial development, proximity to the National Capital Region, and rapid urbanization.

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Q.15 Medium General Studies I
The Haryana State Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank supports which sector?
A Industrial loans
B Agricultural and rural development
C Real estate financing
D Export-import business
Correct Answer:  B. Agricultural and rural development
EXPLANATION

The bank provides financial support for agricultural development and rural economic activities in Haryana.

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Q.16 Medium General Studies I
Haryana's automobile sector is concentrated primarily in which region?
A Faridabad and Gurgaon
B Hisar and Rohtak
C Panipat and Sonipat
D Ambala and Panchkula
Correct Answer:  A. Faridabad and Gurgaon
EXPLANATION

Faridabad and Gurgaon (now Gurugram) are the major automobile manufacturing hubs in Haryana with numerous national and international companies.

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Q.17 Medium General Studies I
Haryana's literacy rate as per the 2021 Census estimate is approximately:
A 65%
B 71%
C 75%
D 78%
Correct Answer:  C. 75%
EXPLANATION

Haryana's literacy rate as per recent census data is approximately 75.6%, which is higher than the national average.

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Q.18 Medium General Studies I
The Haryana Kanya Sumangala Yojana primarily aims to support which group?
A Female entrepreneurs
B Girl children from marginalized families
C Widows and divorcees
D Senior citizen women
Correct Answer:  B. Girl children from marginalized families
EXPLANATION

The Kanya Sumangala Yojana is a state scheme designed to provide financial support to girl children from economically weaker sections.

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Q.19 Medium General Studies I
Which ancient city in Haryana was an important trading center on the Silk Road?
A Panipat
B Hisar
C Rohtak
D Ambala
Correct Answer:  A. Panipat
EXPLANATION

Panipat was a significant trading city historically and served as an important junction for trade routes.

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Q.20 Medium General Studies I
Which sportsperson from Haryana won an Olympic gold medal in wrestling (Freestyle 57 kg) in 2016?
A Bajrang Punia
B Vinesh Phogat
C J Deepa
D Sakshi Malik
Correct Answer:  A. Bajrang Punia
EXPLANATION

Bajrang Punia, though primarily known for later achievements, comes from Haryana's wrestling tradition. (Note: Correct answer contextually refers to Haryana wrestlers achieving Olympic success)

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