Detailed SSC-exam-focused overview of Haryana, covering static GK, general awareness, and current affairs.

1. Basic Facts (Static GK of Haryana)

  • Formation: 1 November 1966 (carved out of Punjab).
  • Capital: Chandigarh (shared with Punjab).
  • Governor: Bandaru Dattatreya (2025).
  • Chief Minister: Nayab Singh Saini (BJP, since March 2024).
  • Official Language: Hindi; second language – Punjabi.
  • Legislative Assembly: 90 seats.
  • High Court: Punjab & Haryana High Court (Chandigarh).
  • State Symbols:
  1. State Bird: Black Francolin.
  2. State Animal: Blackbuck.
  3. State Flower: Lotus.
  4. State Tree: Peepal.

2. Geography

  • Borders: Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Delhi.
  • Major Rivers: Yamuna, Ghaggar, Markanda.
  • Districts: 22 districts (e.g., Gurugram, Faridabad, Hisar, Panipat, Ambala, Rohtak).
  • Major Cities: Gurugram, Faridabad, Panipat, Ambala, Karnal, Sonipat.
  • Special Region: NCR (National Capital Region) includes Gurugram and Faridabad.

3. History & Culture

  • Haryana is historically linked to Mahabharata (Kurukshetra – battlefield of Mahabharata).
  • Historic Sites: Kurukshetra, Panipat (three famous battles), Surajkund (famous fair).
  • Folk Dances: Phag, Loor, Dhamal, Khoria.
  • Famous Fairs: Surajkund Mela (International Crafts Fair), Gita Jayanti.
  • Notable Personalities: Kalpana Chawla (astronaut), Milkha Singh (athlete), Yogeshwar Dutt (wrestler).

4. Economy

  • Agriculture: Major crops – wheat, rice, sugarcane, cotton.
  • Known as: "Milk Bowl of India" & a leading producer of Basmati rice.
  • Industrial Hubs: Gurugram (IT & automotive), Faridabad, Panipat (textiles), Manesar (Maruti Suzuki plant).
  • Sports Hub: Haryana is famous for wrestling, boxing, and hockey players.

5. Current Affairs (2024–25, SSC Focus)

  1. Nayab Singh Saini became CM (2024) – important political update.
  2. Haryana ahead in EV Policy Implementation – Gurugram and Faridabad declared EV hubs.
  3. International Gita Mahotsav 2024 – organized in Kurukshetra.
  4. Haryana tops in food grain productivity (2024).
  5. Panipat Mega Textile Park Project under PM MITRA scheme.
  6. Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2025 – draws global attention.

6. National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries

  • Sultanpur National Park (Gurugram) – famous for migratory birds.
  • Kalesar National Park (Yamunanagar).
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Bhindawas WLS, Chhilchhila WLS, Bir Shikargah WLS.

7. Important Places

  • Kurukshetra: Historical & religious significance (Gita Bhoomi).
  • Panipat: Battle sites of 1526, 1556, 1761.
  • Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary.
  • Mansa Devi Temple (Panchkula).

8. SSC Exam-Oriented Questions (MCQs)

Q1. When was Haryana formed as a separate state?
A) 1956
B) 1960
C) 1966
D) 1972
Ans: C) 1966

Q2. What is the capital of Haryana?
A) Gurugram
B) Chandigarh
C) Karnal
D) Rohtak
Ans: B) Chandigarh

Q3. Which city is famous for three historic battles?
Ans: Panipat.

Q4. Sultanpur National Park is located in which district?
Ans: Gurugram.

Q5. Who is the current Chief Minister of Haryana (2025)?
Ans: Nayab Singh Saini.

9. Key SSC Topics from Haryana

  • Formation date (1 Nov 1966).
  • CM Nayab Singh Saini & Governor Bandaru Dattatreya.
  • Panipat battles, Kurukshetra.
  • Surajkund Mela, Gita Jayanti.
  • Sultanpur & Kalesar National Parks.
  • Major industries (IT, automotive, textiles).

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