JMK Edutech

Tag: haryana

  • Haryana Government Schemes (2014–2025)

    YearScheme NameLaunch DateFocus AreaKey Benefit
    2014CM Window25 Dec 2014GovernanceGrievance redressal portal
    Swachh Haryana Abhiyan2 Oct 2014SanitationVillage cleanliness drive
    Antyodaya Saral Portal25 Dec 2014E-GovernanceUnified services access
    2015Beti Bachao Beti Padhao22 Jan 2015Women & ChildGirl child support
    Mahara Gaon Jagmag Gaon1 Jul 2015Infrastructure24×7 rural electricity
    2016Saksham Yuva Yojana1 Nov 2016YouthUnemployment aid & training
    Mukhya Mantri Samajik Suraksha Yojana1 Apr 2016WelfarePension for vulnerable
    Smart Gram YojanaAug 2016Rural DevelopmentHolistic village progress
    2017Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana1 Oct 2017AgricultureMSP compensation
    Durga Shakti AppOct 2017Women SafetySOS emergency app
    Neeli Kranti Scheme2017FisheriesAquaculture support
    2018Ayushman Bharat (Chirayu)15 Aug 2018Health₹5 lakh health coverage
    Paudhagiri Campaign10 Jul 2018EnvironmentSchool-led tree planting
    7 Star Gram Yojana2018PanchayatVillage rating system
    2019Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)26 Jul 2019GovernanceFamily ID system
    Mukhyamantri Parivar Samman NidhiSep 2019Social Security₹6,000/year for poor
    Super 100 SchemeJun 2019EducationCoaching for merit students
    2020Teerth Yatra YojanaJan 2020ElderlyFree religious travel
    Manohar Jyoti YojanaFeb 2020Renewable EnergySolar kits for homes
    Har Ghar Hariyali2020EnvironmentFree saplings
    2021Antyodaya Parivar ParivahanApr 2021Transport1,000 km free travel
    IT Saksham YuvaAug 2021Youth & IT3-month tech training
    Khiladi Bima Yojana2021Sports₹20 lakh athlete insurance
    2022Drone Didi SchemeNov 2022Women Empowerment80% drone subsidy for SHGs
    Har Ghar Har Grihani YojanaDec 2022LPG Subsidy₹500 LPG cylinder
    Lado Lakshmi YojanaDec 2022Women₹2,100/month for BPL women
    2023DAYALU II Scheme17 Jun 2023Animal WelfareAid for stray injuries
    Contractor Saksham Yuva6 May 2023Youth & LoansTraining + interest-free loan
    Pandit Lakhmi Chand Samman8 May 2023CulturePension for folk artists
    2024Mukhyamantri Kisan Sadak MargJan 2024AgricultureFarm road infrastructure
    Viklang Pension SchemeMar 2024Disability₹3,000/month aid
    Ayushman Chirayu ExpansionApr 2024HealthPM-JAY coverage upgrade
    2025Gramin Vikas YojanaJan 2025Rural DevelopmentVillage infrastructure boost
    Kaushal Vikas MissionFeb 2025Skill DevelopmentVocational training
    Gauvansh Sanrakshan YojanaMar 2025Animal WelfareCow shelter support

    🧾 Additional Welfare-Oriented Schemes (Dates approx.)

    Scheme NameLaunch PeriodFocus AreaKey Benefit
    Antyodaya Aahar Yojana~2018Welfare₹10 nutritious meals
    Swarna Jayanti Bal Dugdh Yojana~2020NutritionFree milk for kids
    E-Bhoomi Portal~2017GovernanceTransparent land acquisition
    Food Fortification Scheme~2021HealthMicronutrient-rich food
    Durga Shakti Vahini~2020Women SafetySafe transport fleet
    Motorcycle Ambulance Service~2021Rural HealthEmergency access
    Solar Tubewell Scheme~2020AgricultureRenewable irrigation
    IT Saksham Gram Sachivalaya~2022E-GovDigital training in panchayats
    Labour Welfare Fund Schemes~2016–2024LabourPensions, education aid
    Laptop for Talented Students~2019EducationFree laptops for toppers
    Vidhur Pension Yojana~2022WelfareAid for widowed men
    Antyodaya Bhawan~2018Welfare AccessCentralized scheme hub

  • Major Rivers of Haryana

    RiverOriginEnters Haryana atExits / Confluence
    YamunaYamunotri Glacier, UttarakhandKalesar (Yamunanagar)Hasanpur (Palwal), then into Uttar Pradesh
    Ghaggar-HakraDagshai, Shivalik Hills, Himachal PradeshKalka (Panchkula)Disappears into Thar Desert (Rajasthan)
    SaraswatiAdi Badri, Himachal PradeshNear AmbalaJoins Ghaggar near Punjab border
    MarkandaNahan, Himachal PradeshAmbalaJoins Ghaggar via Sanisa Lake
    Tangri/DangriMorni Hills, Shivalik RangePanchkulaJoins Ghaggar
    SahibiAravalli Hills near Jaipur, RajasthanKot Kasim (Rewari)Joins Yamuna near Najafgarh (Delhi)
    DohanMandholi Village, Neem ka Thana (Rajasthan)RewariJoins Sahibi near Mahendragarh
    KrishnavatiAravalli Hills near JaipurRewariJoins Sahibi near Mahendragarh
    IndoriMewat HillsMewatJoins Sahibi
    chautangshivalik HillsNear YamunaJoins Saraswati

    Major Dams in Haryana

    Dam NameRiverDistrictInauguration / Completion Year
    Kaushalya DamKaushalya (Ghaggar tributary)Panchkula2012
    Ottu BarrageGhaggar-Hakra RiverSirsaCompleted in 1896, renovated later
    Tajewala BarrageYamuna RiverYamunanagar1873
    Hathni Kund BarrageYamuna RiverYamunanagar1999
    Anangpur DamSeasonal stream (gravity dam)FaridabadBuilt in 8th century, restored in 1963
    Masani BarrageSahibi RiverRewariDate not clearly documented
    Pathrala BarrageYamuna Canal systemYamunanagarPart of canal infrastructure
    Palla BarrageYamuna RiverNear Delhi borderDate not clearly

  • Major lakes of Haryana

    Lake NameLocationTypeArea / SizeKey Highlights
    Damdama LakeSohna, GurugramNatural~12.14 km² (3000 acres)Largest lake in Haryana; surrounded by Aravalli Hills; popular for boating & camping2
    Badkhal LakeFaridabadArtificial~40 acresCreated in 1947; nestled in Aravalli hills; once a major tourist spot2
    Sultanpur LakeGurugramNatural~325 acresBird sanctuary; migratory birds like Siberian Crane; upgraded to National Park
    Karna LakeKarnalArtificial~17 acresLinked to Mahabharata’s Karna; scenic picnic spot3
    Tilyar LakeRohtakArtificial~132 acresRecreational complex; boating, zoo, water park3
    Blue Bird LakeHisarArtificial~52 acresKnown for clear blue water; birdwatching hotspot3
    Brahma SarovarKurukshetraSacred Tank~670,000 sq ftMythological significance; linked to Lord Brahma; site of Gita Jayanti3
    Kotla LakeNuh (Mewat)Artificial~20 km²Lifeline of Mewat; built in 1838; supports irrigation & fishery3
    Surajkund LakeFaridabadArtificial~40 acres (est.)Built in 10th century; hosts Surajkund Crafts Mela3
    Basai WetlandGurugramNatural WetlandVaries seasonallyBiodiversity hotspot; habitat for endangered birds
    Sannihit SarovarKurukshetraSacred Tank~550,000 sq ft (est.)Believed to be confluence of Saraswati streams; solar eclipse rituals
    Hathni KundYamunanagarReservoir~360 meters longNear Tajewala Barrage; rafting & birdwatching site
    Masani BarrageRewariReservoirVariesIrrigation & flood control structure
    Pathrala BarrageYamunanagarReservoirVariesLocated on Yamuna River; supports agriculture

    🌟 Additional Lakes & Reservoirs

    • Dabur Lake – Murthal, Sonipat
    • Dehvatali Lake – Murthal, Sonipat
    • Dohla Lake – Sohna, Gurugram
    • Bhindawas Lake – Jhajjar (part of Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary)
    • Basolan Lake – Pinjore, Panchkula
    • Tikker Tal – Morni Hills, Panchkula

    📌 Notable Mentions

    • Largest Lake: Damdama Lake is the biggest in Haryana.
    • Most Sacred: Brahma Sarovar is deeply revered in Hindu mythology.
    • Best for Birdwatching: Sultanpur Lake and Blue Bird Lake.
    • Linked to Mahabharata: Karna Lake and Brahma Sarovar.

  • Census 2011, Haryana

    🗺️ State-Level Highlights (Haryana)

    • Total Population: 2,53,51,462
      • Male: 1,34,94,734
      • Female: 1,18,56,728
    • Area: 44,212 sq. km
    • Population Density: 573 persons/sq. km
    • Literacy Rate: 75.55%
      • Male Literacy: 84.06%
      • Female Literacy: 65.94%
    • Sex Ratio: 879 females per 1000 males
    • Child Population (0–6 years): 33,80,721
      • Child Sex Ratio: 834
    • Scheduled Caste Share: 20.2%
    • Religion Breakdown:
      • Hindus: 87.5%
      • Muslims: 7.0%
      • Sikhs: ~5%

    🧾 District-Wise Census Data — Haryana (2011 Official Source)

    DistrictPopulationSex RatioLiteracy RateSC Population %Child Sex Ratio (0–6 yrs)
    Faridabad1,798,95487384.0% 12.4%832
    Gurgaon1,514,08585484.7%13.1%830
    Ambala1,128,35087081.7%26.3%840
    Panchkula558,89087381.9%15%863
    Sirsa1,295,18989068.8%29.9%862
    Fatehabad941,52290267.9%30.2%840
    Rewari896,129898~76%14%787
    Mahendragarh922,088–75%16%775
    Kurukshetra964,65588078%20%818
    Bhiwani1,629,10987076%22%~825
    Rohtak1,058,04086578%19%~835
    Sonipat1,450,00185679%18%~828
    Jind1,334,15287074%20%~830
    Karnal1,505,32487080%21%~836
    Panipat1,202,81186478%19%~837
    Yamunanagar1,214,20587277%18%~830
    Kaithal1,074,30487072%21%~832
    Jhajjar956,907862~76%~17%~829
    Palwal1,042,708~875~70%~15%~830
    Mewat (Nuh)1,089,40690754.1%6.9%~835
    Hisar1,743,93187075%24%833

    📌 Noteworthy Observations

    • Highest Literacy: Gurgaon (84.7%)
    • Lowest Literacy: Mewat (54.1%)
    • Best Sex Ratio: Mewat (907)
    • Poorest Child Sex Ratio: Mahendragarh (775)
    • Highest SC Population: Fatehabad (30.2%), Sirsa (29.9%)
    • Urbanization Growth: 28.9% in 2001 → 34.9% in 2011

  • Important temples in Haryana

    🕉️ 1. Mata Mansa Devi Temple – Panchkula

    • Built Year: 1811–1815 AD
    • Location: Bilaspur, Panchkula
    • Deity: Goddess Mansa Devi (Shakti Peeth)
    • Highlights:
      • Spread across 100+ acres in the Shivalik Hills
      • Major pilgrimage site during Navratri
      • Built by Maharaja Gopal Singh of Mani Majra

    🛕 2. Sheetla Mata Mandir – Gurugram

    • Built Year: 18th century (renovated later)
    • Location: Gurugram city
    • Deity: Goddess Kripi (wife of Guru Dronacharya)
    • Highlights:
      • Known as the goddess of smallpox and healing
      • Popular during Sheetla Ashtami and Navratri
      • Built by Hindu Jat ruler Jawahar Singh of Bharatpur

    🌸 3. Bhima Devi Temple – Pinjore

    • Built Year: 8th–11th century AD
    • Location: Pinjore, Panchkula
    • Deity: Goddess Bhima Devi
    • Highlights:
      • Known as “Khajuraho of North India”
      • Built during Gurjar-Pratihara rule
      • Adjacent to Mughal-style Pinjore Gardens

    🔱 4. Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple – Thanesar, Kurukshetra

    • Built Year: Ancient (reconstructed by Pushyabhuti dynasty)
    • Location: Thanesar, Kurukshetra
    • Deity: Lord Shiva
    • Highlights:
      • Pandavas and Lord Krishna worshipped here before Mahabharata war
      • One of the oldest Shiva temples in Haryana

    🌿 5. Agroha Dham – Hisar

    • Built Year: 1976–1984 AD
    • Location: Agroha, Hisar
    • Deity: Maharaja Agrasen
    • Highlights:
      • Modern temple complex with elephant statues
      • Includes shrines for Lakshmi and Saraswati
      • Major center for Aggarwal community

    🔥 6. Kartikeya Temple – Pehowa, Kurukshetra

    • Built Year: 5th century AD (as per legends)
    • Location: Pehowa town
    • Deity: Lord Kartikeya
    • Highlights:
      • Women traditionally not allowed near the main sanctum
      • Associated with Mahabharata rituals

    🌞 7. Surya Kund Temple – Bilaspur, Yamunanagar

    • Built Year: Ancient (exact date unknown)
    • Location: Amadalpur village
    • Deity: Sun God
    • Highlights:
      • Believed to be unaffected by solar eclipses
      • One of only two such places in India (alongside Konark)

    🧘 8. Markandeya Temple – Shahabad, Kurukshetra

    • Built Year: Ancient (linked to sage Markandeya)
    • Location: On the banks of Saraswati River
    • Deity: Lord Shiva
    • Highlights:
      • Site where Shiva saved Markandeya from Yama
      • Peaceful riverside setting for meditation

  • Important tombs in Haryana

    🕌 1. Sheikh Chilli’s Tomb – Kurukshetra

    • Location: Thanesar, Kurukshetra
    • Built Year: Mid-17th century (during Sher Shah Suri’s reign)
    • Era: Mughal Period
    • Significance: Dedicated to the Sufi saint Sheikh Chilli, spiritual mentor of Mughal prince Dara Shikoh.
    • Features:
      • Persian-influenced architecture
      • Includes a madrasa, Mughal gardens, and Pather Masjid
      • Intricate floral carvings and chaitya-window motifs

    🏛️ 2. Ibrahim Lodi’s Tomb – Panipat

    • Location: Near Tehsil Office, Panipat
    • Era: Early 16th century
    • Built Year: Circa 1526 (renovated during British colonial period)
    • Significance: Final resting place of the last Sultan of the Lodi dynasty, defeated by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat (1526).
    • Features:
      • Made of lakhori bricks
      • Renovated during British colonial rule
      • Symbolizes the end of Delhi Sultanate and rise of the Mughal Empire

    🏰 3. Shah Quli Khan’s Tomb – Narnaul

    • Location: Jal Mahal Road, Narnaul
    • Era: 16th century
    • Significance: Tomb of Shah Quli Khan, governor of Narnaul under Akbar.
    • Features:
      • Mughal architecture with Persian elements
      • Octagonal layout with domed roof
      • Surrounded by gardens and water channels

    🌿 4. Tomb of Khwaja Khizr – Sonipat

    • Location: Purkhas Road, Sonipat
    • Built Year: 1525 AD
    • Significance: Dedicated to Khwaja Khizr, a revered figure in Islamic tradition.
    • Features:
      • Red sandstone and glazed tile work
      • Arched entrances and domed ceiling
      • Peaceful ambiance, often visited for spiritual reflection

    🧱 5. Tomb of Bu-Ali Shah Qalandar – Panipat

    • Location: Near Dargah Char Qutub, Panipat
    • Built Year: Around 13th century (approx. 700 years old)
    • Significance: Sufi saint of the Chishti order, widely respected across northern India.
    • Features:
      • Pilgrimage site for devotees
      • Complex includes other mazars and a small garden
      • Known for its spiritual energy and cultural legacy

  • 🕺 Major Folk Dances of Haryana

    Dance NamePerformed ByOccasion / ThemeRegion / Notes
    DhamaalMenCelebrates harvest and valorAhirwal region (Gurugram, Mahendragarh)
    GhoomarWomenFestivals like Holi, Teej, GangaurBorder areas near Rajasthan
    Phag (Phalgun)Men & WomenPre-Holi celebration, harvest joyAcross Haryana
    LoorWomenHoli season, playful teasing songsBangar and Bagar regions
    KhoriaWomenWeddings and festive gatheringsCentral Haryana
    Gugga DanceMenDevotional dance for Gugga PirHisar, Hodal, Palwal
    Ras LeelaMen & WomenDepicts Krishna’s divine loveBraj region (Faridabad, Palwal)
    Sang / SwangMen (often cross-dressed)Folk theatre with dance and storytellingOpen spaces, village gatherings
    Daph / Duff DanceMen & WomenSpring and harvest celebrationRural areas, uses large percussion instruments
    JhummarMarried WomenJoyful group dance with jewelry jinglesKnown as “Haryanvi Gidda”
    Chhathi DanceWomenSixth day after a child’s birthNight ritual with distribution of wheat and gram
    Teej DanceWomenTeej festival, swings and songsMonsoon season
    Ghodi DanceMenWedding procession (Ghurchadi)Uses horse-shaped masks
    Suhaag DanceWomenWedding rituals and blessingsBride’s family
    Damru DanceMenShivratri celebrationUses damru instrument
    Ratwai DanceMen & WomenMonsoon celebrationMewat region
    Khera DanceMenMourning dance after elder’s deathUnique to Haryana
    Manjira DanceMen & WomenDevotional, uses cymbalsMewat region
    Bīn-Bānsuri DanceMenMusical dance using rubber-covered potsBangar region
    Ganagaur DanceWomenWorship of Goddess ParvatiHissar, Fatehbad

    🎭 Highlights & Cultural Significance

    • Dhamaal is considered one of the oldest dances, possibly dating back to the Mahabharata era. It’s full of energy, martial movements, and symbolic gestures.
    • Ghoomar and Jhummar showcase feminine grace and are deeply rooted in community bonding.
    • Sang is a theatrical blend of dance, drama, and music, often portraying mythological tales.
    • Gugga Dance is a rare example of syncretic devotion, where both Hindus and Muslims worship Gugga Pir.
    • Loor and Phag are playful and celebratory, often involving humorous exchanges and teasing.
    • Khera Dance stands out as a sorrowful expression, performed during mourning—a rare theme in folk traditions.

  • Everything about HAFED

    In this topic we cover all details about HAFED which is necessary for haryana CET exam

    HAFED stands for HARYANA STATE COOPERATIVE SUPPLY AND MARKETING FEDERATION LIMITED is the largest apex cooperative federation of Haryana State in India. It came into existence on November 1st, 1966, with the formation of Haryana as a separate State. Since then, it is playing a leading role in serving the farmers of the State as well as customers in India and overseas by providing hygienic and safe quality consumer products. It formed under PUNJAB COOPERATIVE SOCIETY ACT 1961.

    MD:- Mukul Kumar, IAS

    CVO:- Sanwartak Singh, HCS

    HAFED serves both growers and consumers its retail outlets called HAFED BAZAR, its First outlet opened in Panchkula.

    HAFED District Offices:– 17

    HAFED Warehouses:– 18

    HAFED Cooperative Marketing Committee:- 62

    HAFED Primary Agricultural Credit Committee:– 718

    HAFED currently operating 11 RICE MILLS 3 in sirsa (rania, kalawati, ding), 2-2 in Kurukshetra(ladwa, pehoa), Fatehbad ( ratia, jhakal ), Kaithal ( kalayat, dand ) 1-1 in Yamunanagar ( rador ), Karnal ( taraori )

    Its first rice mill opened in karnal in 1970

    HAFED Turmeric Processing Plant:– 2009 Radawr (Yamuna Nagar )

    HAFED Flour Mill :– Taraori ( karnal ), Jatusana ( Rewari ) under construction

    HAFED Cattle Feed Plant :- Rohtak (1976), Saktakhera (Sirsa 2001)

    HAFED Oil Mill :- Rewari (1986), Narnaul (2003)

    HAFED Pesticide Plant:- Taraori (1974)

    HAFED Seed Processing Plant :– Gannaur ( Sonipat )

    HAFED Mega Food Park :- IMT Rohtak

    HAFED has 33% share in food grain collection in Haryana

    2021-22 HAFED revenue is 17700 CR and profit is 207 CR