Hemant Soren Takes Oath as Jharkhand CM for Third Term

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Hemant Soren, the Executive President of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), took oath as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand.

An Overview of the News

• The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Governor CP Radhakrishnan.

• The ceremony took place at a simple function organized at Raj Bhavan.

Background:

• Hemant Soren is assuming the role of Chief Minister for the third time.

• He was recently released on bail by the high court in an alleged money laundering case.

Political Transition:

• Hemant Soren staked his claim before Governor CP Radhakrishnan following Champai Soren’s resignation.

• Champai Soren, known as"Jharkhand Tiger," served as the 12th Chief Minister after Hemant Soren's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate on January 31, 2024.

• Champai Soren represented the Seraikella assembly constituency.

Historical Context:

• Jharkhand has seen seven Chief Ministers since its formation on November 15, 2000.

• Babulal Marandi from the BJP Party was the first CM, taking office in November 2000.

• Jharkhand has been under President's rule twice for short periods.

• The major ruling parties in Jharkhand have been the BJP and the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha Party.

About Jharkhand

• Founded - 15 November 2000

• Before was - Part of Bihar

• Capital - Ranchi

• Chief minister - Hemant Soren

• Governor - C. P. Radhakrishnan

• Symbols of Jharkhand

  • Bird -  Koel

  • Flower - Palash

  • Mammal - Indian elephant

  • Tree - Sal