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[#886] Jhumar dance originally came from
Correct Answer

(A) Sandalbar

Explanation

Solution: Jhumar Dance originally came from Sandalbar (now in Pakistan). There are many types of Jhumar like Sutlej Jhumar, Chenab Jhumar, Beas Jhumar and Multani Jhumar

[#887] Which among the following schemes launched in 2016 - 17, issues 'Benefit Eligibility Card' to girls?
Correct Answer

(D) Swasth Kanya Yojana

Explanation

Solution: Swasth Kanya Yojana It was launched in 2016 - 17. The State Government scheme aims to improve health and educational status of girls. Girl students from 1 st to 12 th classes are provided free school bags, stationary items and 'Benefit Eligibility Card'. Girls from 6 th to 12 th classes are provided 'Kanya Health Care Kits' on monthly basis.

[#888] Cluster of villages selected for the provision of integrated services like development of village roads, drinking water, etc by the Punjab government is under the scheme
Correct Answer

(B) Sadda Pind

Explanation

Solution: Under Sadda Pind scheme cluster of villages are selected for the provision of integrated services like development of village roads, drinking water, etc.

[#889] What is the purpose of launching Kanya Jagriti Jyoti Scheme?
Correct Answer

(D) Both (A) and (C)

Explanation

Solution: Kanya Jagriti Jyoti Scheme was launched in 1996 - 97. This scheme aims to uplift social status of girls and reduce school dropout rates.

[#890] What is the objective of launching 'Mission Indradhanush' in Punjab?
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: Mission Indradhanush is a scheme to reduce the infant mortality rate in Punjab by giving health care to expectant mothers and infants.