Punjab - Study Mode

[#716] During which period Sirhind became an administrative unit?
Correct Answer

(A) Sultanate period

[#717] Who was made the Governor of Sirhind by Balban?
Correct Answer

(C) Sher Khan

Explanation

Solution: Balban appointed powerful and honest men like Sher Khan and Prince Muhammad as Governors of the Punjab.

[#718] Under the scheme of 'Home to Houseless' the State Government of Punjab provides the SC family
Correct Answer

(A) Rs. 25,000 for purchase of plots and Rs. 20,000 for construction of houses

Explanation

Solution: Home to Houseless Under this scheme, the Punjab Government provides 25,000 Rupees for purchase of plots and 20,000 Rupees for construction of houses in rural areas. Additional 20,000 Rupees is given to each SC family in rural area for construction of toilets under 'Rural Sanitation Programme'.

[#719] Which of the following is/are incorrect about the Scheduled Castes in Punjab?
Correct Answer

(A) Punjab accounts for 2.3% out of 4.3% Scheduled Caste population of India.

Explanation

Solution: As per Census 2011, the State of Punjab accounts for 2.3% of the Scheduled Caste population out of 4.3% of the total Scheduled Caste population of India.

[#720] Consider the following 1. Sikh Jat is the biggest community settled in Punjab. 2. They are expert in agriculture and contribute towards the regional agricultural output. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: Sikh Jat is the biggest community settled in Punjab. They are expert in agriculture and contribute significantly towards the regional agricultural output.