150th Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda
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What Happened
Why It Matters
Background
History & Context
What Changed
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BEFORE: Tribal development was primarily managed through generalized Tribal Sub-Plans with gradual implementation. NOW: The government has launched the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, a targeted initiative for saturating tribal villages with essential infrastructure.
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BEFORE: Recognition of tribal freedom fighters was mostly limited to regional observances and localized memorials. NOW: The legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda is celebrated nationally as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, with a dedicated 150th anniversary year and a Rs 150 commemorative coin.
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BEFORE: Basic amenities for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) faced significant delivery gaps due to geographical isolation. NOW: The PM-JANMAN scheme actively fast-tracks dedicated housing, clean water, and mobile medical units specifically for PVTG settlements.
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Practice Questions
Q1
Correct Statement(s)Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Bhagwan Birsa Munda and his rebellion? 1. His rebellion, known as the Ulgulan, aimed to protect the traditional Khuntkatti joint landholding system from outsiders. 2. The uprising led the British colonial government to pass the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act of 1908.