States PCS: Jharkhand GK for JPSC and other Jharkhand State Exams

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In 64 AD, the Nagvanshi Dynasty was established by Phani Mukut Rai in Jharkhand. This event marked the transfer of the Munda polity from the ancient Munda Dynasty. The Munda people originally governed through Munda Raj, an early tribal governance system. The establishment of the Nagvanshi kingdom introduced a structured political system in the region. Historical records identify the Nagvanshis as the successors who took over the Munda polity during the first century AD.

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Rani Sarveshwari ruled the Sultanabad State in Maheshpur, Pakur district in Jharkhand during the late 18th century. She led armed resistance during the Paharia Revolt (1781-1782) against British forces. After her defeat, she was imprisoned in Bhagalpur jail, where she died in 1807. Maheshpur was part of the region involved in the Paharia Revolt and British colonial conflicts in Jharkhand history.

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The Jagannath Temple in Ranchi, Jharkhand, was constructed in the 17th century, completed in 1691 AD. It was built by Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, a zamindar of Barkagarh, in the Kalinga architectural style. The temple is located about 10 kilometers from Ranchi’s main town on a hillock. It collapsed in 1990 and was reconstructed in 1992, remaining a notable religious site in Jharkhand.

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Birsa Munda was born in 1875 and died in 1900. He led anti-British movements mainly from 1886 to 1900. His rebellion, Ulgulan, peaked in 1899. He died in Ranchi jail in June 1900 after being captured. This period marks his active years in Indian history.

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Jahangir conferred the title of Shah on Durjan Sal, the Nagvanshi ruler of Chotanagpur, after his defeat and imprisonment in 1615. Durjan Sal was imprisoned at Patna and Gwalior, where he impressed Jahangir by identifying pure diamonds from the Sankh River. He was released around 1627, agreed to pay Rs 6,000 annual tribute, and ruled until 1639 with his capital at Navratangarh (Doisa).

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Thebale Oraon founded Sanatan Adivasi Mahasabha in July 1939. It split from Adivasi Mahasabha due to differences over Christian influence under Jaipal Singh Munda. The organization represented traditionalist tribals opposing separatism. Tilka Manjhi, Silu Santhal, and Dooka Ho were earlier tribal leaders with no affiliation to this group.

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The Kharwar revolt, also called the Kherwar Movement, was known as Safa Hor. It was a tribal, non-violent struggle started by Bhagirath Manjhi among the Santhals in 1868. The movement took place in the Chota Nagpur region, now in Jharkhand. Participants named themselves Safa Hor, meaning pure men, emphasizing self-purification and resistance against British rent demands. The movement continued until 1874 despite suppression and focused on cultural revival instead of violence.

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Sir Edward Gait was the Lt. Governor of Bihar and Orissa in the early 20th century. He developed Netarhat as a hill station due to its natural beauty, Sal forests, and pleasant climate. Gait established infrastructure such as the Governor’s Chalet and Chalet House, transforming the area into a summer retreat for British officers. Netarhat Vidyalaya records and historical plaques confirm his role in the development of the hill station.

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The Bhumij Revolt (1832-33), led by Ganga Narayan Singh, occurred mainly in Singhbhum district. It included areas like Dhalbhum and Patkum and spread to parts of Bengal such as Barabhum, Manbhum, and Jungle Mahals. The revolt was against British revenue policies and zamindari disputes. It began with the killing of Diwan Madhav Singh on April 26, 1832. The uprising was centered in Singhbhum and later spread to Chotanagpur, distinct from revolts in Tamar, Ramgarh, or Santhal Pargana.

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On 7 February 1833, Thakur Chetan Singh of Kharsawan killed Ganga Narayan Singh during the Bhumij Rebellion in Barabhum Pargana, Jharkhand, and sent his head to Captain Wilkinson. Captain Wilkinson was the British officer who received it and showed relief at the rebel leader’s death. Ganga Narayan Singh had led a revolt against British authorities after land disputes and excessive taxation. The rebellion took place in the early 1830s in Jharkhand.