​Consider the following statement about Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas 2023:
1. Pan-India celebrations marked the Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas on 11th November 2023
2. This event is to pay tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his birth anniversary
3. The Prime Minister launched PM JANMAN (PM- Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) during this program.
4. PM also flagged off 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra' during this program
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Statement 2,3 and 4

Explanation:

1. Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas is celebrated annually on 15th November, commemorating the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda. ​
2. The day honors Bhagwan Birsa Munda, recognizing his contributions to India's freedom struggle and tribal rights. ​
3. On 15th November 2023, during the Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas celebrations in Khunti, Jharkhand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the PM JANMAN initiative aimed at the development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). ​
4. During the same event, the Prime Minister flagged off the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, aiming to ensure the benefits of government schemes reach all citizens, especially in tribal areas.

Information Booster:

Janjatiya Gaurav Divas: Initiated in 2021, this day is observed on 15th November to honor the legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and other tribal freedom fighters.

Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN)

• Approval by Union Cabinet: November 29, 2023
• Objective: To improve the quality of life for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) in India, by providing access to basic facilities and promoting their overall development.

Key Features:

• Basic Infrastructure:
• Safe housing, clean drinking water, and sanitation facilities.
• Improved Access to Services:
• Education, health, and nutrition improvement.
• Road and telecom connectivity for better accessibility.
• Sustainable livelihood opportunities for tribal communities.
• Saturation of Key Schemes:
• Inclusion of Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), Sickle Cell Disease Elimination, TB Elimination, 100% immunization, PM Poshan, PM Jan Dhan Yojana, and other government initiatives to ensure comprehensive development.

Bhagwan Birsa Munda: A revered tribal leader from Jharkhand, he led the Ulgulan movement against British colonial rule and is remembered for his efforts to protect tribal rights and culture.