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Question 1General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Bihar Diwas is celebrated every year on which date, marking the separation of Bihar from the Bengal Presidency in 1912?

  1. 15 August
  2. 1 April
  3. 26 January
  4. 22 March Correct answer.

Explanation

Bihar Diwas commemorates 22 March 1912, when the province of Bihar and Orissa was carved out of the Bengal Presidency during British rule. The day has been officially celebrated in the state since 2010.

Question 2General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which river, known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar', causes severe floods in the northern plains of the state?

  1. Kosi Correct answer.
  2. Son
  3. Punpun
  4. Gandak

Explanation

The Kosi is called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because it shifts its course drastically and floods large parts of north Bihar during the monsoon. Its heavy silt load and unstable channel are the main reasons for repeated devastation.

Question 3General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Nalanda Mahavihara, the ancient centre of learning in Bihar, was primarily patronised during the reign of which dynasty's ruler Harshavardhana and earlier Gupta kings?

  1. Maurya
  2. Gupta Correct answer.
  3. Chola
  4. Pallava

Explanation

Nalanda flourished under the Guptas, with Kumaragupta I traditionally credited as its founder, and continued to receive support from Harshavardhana of Kannauj. The site is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bihar.

Question 4General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar Police headquarters, which also houses the office of the Director General of Police, is located in which city?

  1. Muzaffarpur
  2. Gaya
  3. Patna Correct answer.
  4. Bhagalpur

Explanation

The Bihar Police headquarters and the office of the DGP are situated in Patna, the state capital. Patna also hosts the state secretariat and major administrative offices.

Question 5General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which Bihar-born freedom fighter gave the slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad' and was popularly known as 'Shaheed-e-Azam'?

  1. Rajendra Prasad
  2. Jayaprakash Narayan
  3. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
  4. Bhagat Singh Correct answer.

Explanation

Bhagat Singh, born in Banga in present-day Punjab, gave the slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad' and is called 'Shaheed-e-Azam'. He was executed in 1931 along with Rajguru and Sukhdev.

Question 6General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the highest peak in Bihar, located in the Rajgir hills?

  1. Ratnagiri Correct answer.
  2. Brahmayoni
  3. Parasnath
  4. Guru Shikhar

Explanation

Ratnagiri, near Rajgir in Nalanda district, is regarded as the highest point in Bihar. Guru Shikhar and Parasnath lie outside Bihar in Rajasthan and Jharkhand respectively.

Question 7General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917, Mahatma Gandhi's first major movement in India, was launched against which system?

  1. The partition of Bengal
  2. The zamindari system in Bengal
  3. The tinkathia system of indigo cultivation Correct answer.
  4. The salt tax imposed by the British

Explanation

The Champaran Satyagraha targeted the tinkathia system, under which peasants were forced to grow indigo on three-twentieths of their land for European planters. Gandhi's intervention led to the Champaran Agrarian Act of 1918.

Question 8General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which body in Bihar is responsible for conducting recruitment examinations for constables and sub-inspectors in the state police?

  1. Bihar School Examination Board
  2. Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission Correct answer.
  3. Bihar Staff Selection Commission
  4. Bihar Public Service Commission

Explanation

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) conducts recruitment for subordinate police posts, including constables and sub-inspectors. It was set up to streamline police recruitment in the state.

Question 9General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which Bihar district?

  1. Gaya Correct answer.
  2. Vaishali
  3. Nalanda
  4. Saran

Explanation

The Mahabodhi Temple stands at Bodh Gaya in Gaya district, marking the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002.

Question 10General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which festival, celebrated in Bihar and Nepal, honours the Sun god and involves offering arghya to the setting and rising sun?

  1. Sama Chakeva
  2. Chhath Puja Correct answer.
  3. Madhushravani
  4. Teej

Explanation

Chhath Puja is dedicated to Surya and Chhathi Maiya, with devotees offering arghya at sunset and sunrise on riverbanks and ponds. It is the most distinctive festival of Bihar and the Mithila region.

Question 11General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar Legislative Council, the upper house of the state legislature, is a permanent body because it is never fully dissolved. What proportion of its members retires every two years?

  1. One-third Correct answer.
  2. One-half
  3. One-fifth
  4. One-fourth

Explanation

The Legislative Council is a permanent chamber in which one-third of its members retire every two years, each member serving a six-year term. This mirrors the structure of the Rajya Sabha.

Question 12General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which national park in Bihar, located in West Champaran district, is famous for its population of one-horned rhinoceroses?

  1. Valmiki National Park Correct answer.
  2. Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
  3. Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary
  4. Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary

Explanation

Valmiki National Park, in the Valmiki Tiger Reserve area of West Champaran, is Bihar's only national park and shelters one-horned rhinoceroses along with tigers. It lies on the border with Nepal.

Question 13General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which ancient republic, often described as the world's first, was located in present-day Vaishali district of Bihar?

  1. Anga
  2. Vajji Correct answer.
  3. Magadha
  4. Kosala

Explanation

The Vajji confederacy, with its capital at Vaishali, is widely regarded as one of the earliest republican states in the world. It was a confederation of clans including the Licchavis.

Question 14General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar government's 'Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali' mission is primarily aimed at which objective?

  1. Expanding metro rail networks
  2. Building new thermal power plants
  3. Promoting industrial investment
  4. Increasing tree cover and conserving water Correct answer.

Explanation

The Jal-Jeevan-Hariyali Abhiyan is a flagship mission focused on water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and expanding greenery in Bihar. It mobilises panchayats and communities for plantation and pond restoration.

Question 15General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Who was the first Chief Minister of Bihar after the state's reorganisation in 1952 elections?

  1. Deep Narayan Singh
  2. Binodanand Jha
  3. Karpoori Thakur
  4. Sri Krishna Sinha Correct answer.

Explanation

Sri Krishna Sinha, popularly known as Bihar Kesari, was the first Chief Minister of Bihar and served from 1937 until his death in 1961. He continued in office after the first general elections of 1952.

Question 16General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The ancient university of Vikramshila, founded by King Dharmapala of the Pala dynasty, was located near which present-day district of Bihar?

  1. Darbhanga
  2. Bhagalpur Correct answer.
  3. Chapra
  4. Purnia

Explanation

Vikramshila Mahavihara was established by Dharmapala in the 8th century near present-day Antichak in Bhagalpur district. It was a major centre of Buddhist learning, especially of the Vajrayana tradition.

Question 17General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following pairs correctly matches a Bihar-based industry with its city?

  1. Handloom silk – Bhagalpur Correct answer.
  2. Iron and steel – Bokaro
  3. Locomotive manufacturing – Barauni
  4. Fertiliser plant – Sindri

Explanation

Bhagalpur is famous for its silk industry, particularly 'Tussar' silk, and is known as the Silk City of Bihar. The other options pair industries with cities outside Bihar or with incorrect locations.

Question 18General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, a major institution for agricultural research in Bihar, is located in which district?

  1. Sabour, Bhagalpur
  2. Pusa, Samastipur Correct answer.
  3. Muzaffarpur
  4. Purnia

Explanation

The Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University is based at Pusa in Samastipur district, a historic site of agricultural research dating to the colonial era. Sabour hosts a separate agricultural college under Bihar Agricultural University.

Question 19General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which Article of the Constitution provides for the appointment of a Governor for each state, an office relevant to Bihar's administration?

  1. Article 356
  2. Article 370
  3. Article 324
  4. Article 153 Correct answer.

Explanation

Article 153 states that there shall be a Governor for each state, with the same person possibly serving more than one state. The Governor acts as the constitutional head of the state, including Bihar.

Question 20General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Kosi High Dam' project, a long-proposed flood-control measure, is planned at Barahakshetra on the border of Bihar and which country?

  1. Bangladesh
  2. Bhutan
  3. Myanmar
  4. Nepal Correct answer.

Explanation

The proposed Kosi High Dam is planned at Barahakshetra on the Kosi river along the Bihar-Nepal border. It is intended to regulate the river's flow and reduce devastating floods in north Bihar.

Question 21General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following statements about the Sonepur cattle fair, held in Bihar, is correct?

  1. It is organised in the Rajgir hills during winter
  2. It is held in the Kosi riverbed near Saharsa
  3. It is a monsoon festival held in July
  4. It is held on the banks of the Ganga at the confluence with the Gandak Correct answer.

Explanation

The Sonepur Mela takes place at the confluence of the Ganga and Gandak in Saran district, usually in November. It is one of Asia's largest cattle fairs and coincides with Kartik Purnima.

Question 22General Knowledge and Current Affairs

In the context of Bihar's archaeology, the ancient city of Pataliputra was founded by which ruler, who shifted the Magadhan capital from Rajgir?

  1. Bimbisara
  2. Ajatashatru Correct answer.
  3. Ashoka
  4. Chandragupta Maurya

Explanation

Ajatashatru of the Haryanka dynasty is traditionally credited with founding Pataliputra and shifting the capital from Rajgir. The city later became the imperial capital under the Mauryas and Guptas.

Question 23General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar Panchayat Raj Act, which strengthened the three-tier panchayat system in the state, came into force in which year?

  1. 1989
  2. 2001
  3. 2006 Correct answer.
  4. 1993

Explanation

The Bihar Panchayat Raj Act was enacted in 2006, following the 73rd Constitutional Amendment, to establish a three-tier panchayat structure in the state. It enabled regular panchayat elections and devolution of funds and functions.

Question 24General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which Bihar district recorded the state's first recorded case in the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, reported in March that year?

  1. Nalanda
  2. Gaya
  3. Patna Correct answer.
  4. Munger

Explanation

Bihar's first confirmed COVID-19 case in March 2020 was reported in Patna, involving a person with travel history. The state subsequently ramped up testing and containment measures across districts.

Question 25General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Bihar Diwas' celebrations are traditionally inaugurated with a march-past and cultural events in which city?

  1. Bodh Gaya, Gaya
  2. Gandhi Maidan, Patna Correct answer.
  3. Laheriasarai, Darbhanga
  4. Rajgir, Nalanda

Explanation

Bihar Diwas celebrations are centred at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, where the Chief Minister reviews a parade and cultural programmes are held. The event highlights the state's heritage and development.

Question 26General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its frequent devastating floods?

  1. Punpun
  2. Gandak
  3. Son
  4. Kosi Correct answer.

Explanation

The Kosi River shifts its course dramatically and causes severe floods in northern Bihar, earning it the name 'Sorrow of Bihar'. Its unstable channel and heavy silt load lead to widespread inundation.

Question 27General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The ancient city of Vaishali, near present-day Hajipur in Bihar, is associated with which of the following events in the life of Gautama Buddha?

  1. His first sermon at Sarnath
  2. His last sermon before mahaparinirvana Correct answer.
  3. His enlightenment at Bodh Gaya
  4. His birth at Lumbini

Explanation

Vaishali is traditionally regarded as the place where the Buddha delivered his last sermon and announced his approaching parinirvana. It is also associated with the second Buddhist council held there.

Question 28General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which ruler of the Maurya dynasty is credited with building the grand edifice of Pataliputra and making it the capital of a vast empire?

  1. Ashoka
  2. Chandragupta Maurya Correct answer.
  3. Bindusara
  4. Brihadratha

Explanation

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Maurya Empire and established Pataliputra as its capital, initiating large-scale construction. His grandson Ashoka later expanded and embellished the city.

Question 29General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Barabar Caves, the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India, are located in which district of Bihar?

  1. Nalanda
  2. Jehanabad Correct answer.
  3. Nawada
  4. Gaya

Explanation

The Barabar Caves are situated in the Barabar hills of Jehanabad district, Bihar. They date back to the Mauryan period and contain inscriptions of Ashoka.

Question 30General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the state animal of Bihar?

  1. Elephant
  2. Nilgai
  3. Tiger
  4. Gaur Correct answer.

Explanation

The gaur (Indian bison) was declared the state animal of Bihar. It is found in the forests of the Valmiki Tiger Reserve and other protected areas.

Question 31General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar State Sports Academy, which trains athletes in various disciplines, is located in which city?

  1. Gaya
  2. Patna Correct answer.
  3. Muzaffarpur
  4. Bhagalpur

Explanation

The Bihar State Sports Academy is situated in Patna, the state capital. It serves as a central facility for training and nurturing sporting talent in Bihar.

Question 32General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following dance forms is a folk dance of Bihar performed during the harvest season?

  1. Jhijhian
  2. Jat-Jatin
  3. Bidesia
  4. Domkach Correct answer.

Explanation

Domkach is a popular folk dance of Bihar performed during harvest and festive occasions, especially in the Mithila region. It involves rhythmic movements and songs.

Question 33General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar government's 'Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana' is primarily aimed at which of the following?

  1. Reservation for women in government jobs
  2. Construction of girls' hostels in every district
  3. Providing free bicycles to schoolgirls
  4. Financial assistance for the education and welfare of girls Correct answer.

Explanation

The Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana provides financial assistance to families for the education and welfare of girl children, from birth through graduation. It aims to promote girls' education and reduce dropout rates.

Question 34General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following pairs correctly matches a Bihar-based festival with its distinctive feature?

  1. Sama Chakeva – celebration of the winter harvest
  2. Madhushravani – worship of Lord Shiva
  3. Sohrai – worship of the peepal tree
  4. Chhath Puja – worship of the Sun god Correct answer.

Explanation

Chhath Puja is dedicated to the Sun god and involves offerings to the setting and rising sun. It is the most prominent festival of Bihar and is also celebrated in Nepal.

Question 35General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Bihar Economic Survey' is presented in which house of the state legislature before the budget?

  1. Neither house; it is only for public release
  2. Bihar Legislative Council
  3. Both houses jointly
  4. Bihar Legislative Assembly Correct answer.

Explanation

The Bihar Economic Survey is tabled in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, usually on the first day of the budget session. It provides an overview of the state's economy and is presented by the Finance Minister.

Question 36General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the correct sequence of the three tiers of the Panchayati Raj system in Bihar, from lowest to highest?

  1. Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti, Gram Panchayat
  2. Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti, Zila Parishad Correct answer.
  3. Gram Panchayat, Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti
  4. Panchayat Samiti, Gram Panchayat, Zila Parishad

Explanation

The three-tier Panchayati Raj system consists of the Gram Panchayat at the village level, the Panchayat Samiti at the block level, and the Zila Parishad at the district level. This structure is mandated by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment and implemented in Bihar.

Question 37General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Nalanda University, an ancient centre of learning in Bihar, was destroyed in the 12th century by which invader?

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
  2. Timur
  3. Mahmud of Ghazni
  4. Muhammad Bakhtiyar Khalji Correct answer.

Explanation

Nalanda University was sacked and destroyed around 1193 CE by Muhammad Bakhtiyar Khalji, a Turkish military general. The destruction marked the end of the university's glorious history.

Question 38General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the largest city of Bihar by population, according to the 2011 Census?

  1. Bhagalpur
  2. Muzaffarpur
  3. Patna Correct answer.
  4. Gaya

Explanation

Patna is the largest city in Bihar by population, with over 1.68 million people in the municipal area as per the 2011 Census. It is also the state capital and a major economic hub.

Question 39General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Bihar Foundation' is an initiative of the state government primarily aimed at which of the following?

  1. Engaging the Bihari diaspora for the state's development Correct answer.
  2. Developing infrastructure in rural areas
  3. Providing scholarships to students
  4. Promoting tourism in Bihar

Explanation

The Bihar Foundation is a platform established by the Bihar government to connect with the Bihari diaspora and involve them in the state's development. It facilitates investment, knowledge sharing, and cultural exchange.

Question 40General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following statements about the 'Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal' scheme in Bihar is correct?

  1. It supplies electricity to every household
  2. It offers subsidised food grains to the poor
  3. It provides piped drinking water to every rural household Correct answer.
  4. It provides free LPG connections to women

Explanation

The 'Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal' scheme, also known as the Mukhyamantri Jal Jeevan Hariyali Yojana, aims to provide piped drinking water to every rural household in Bihar. It is part of the Jal Jeevan Mission.

Question 41General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar Diwas is celebrated on which date every year?

  1. 22 March Correct answer.
  2. 26 January
  3. 15 August
  4. 1 April

Explanation

Bihar Diwas is celebrated on 22 March to commemorate the formation of the state of Bihar in 1912. It was separated from the Bengal Presidency on this day.

Question 42General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the highest civilian award of Bihar, given for exceptional contribution in various fields?

  1. Kavi Samrat
  2. Bihar Ratna
  3. Bihar Vibhuti Correct answer.
  4. Bihar Gaurav

Explanation

The Bihar Vibhuti award is the highest civilian honour of the Bihar government, conferred for outstanding achievements in various fields. It was instituted in 2010.

Question 43General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was launched by Mahatma Gandhi against which system?

  1. Tinkathia system Correct answer.
  2. Ryotwari system
  3. Mahalwari system
  4. Zamindari system

Explanation

The Champaran Satyagraha was directed against the Tinkathia system, under which indigo planters forced peasants to cultivate indigo on three-twentieths of their land. Gandhi's intervention led to the abolition of the system.

Question 44General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following personalities from Bihar was the first President of India?

  1. Jayaprakash Narayan
  2. Rajendra Prasad Correct answer.
  3. Bihar Vibhuti
  4. Lal Bahadur Shastri

Explanation

Dr Rajendra Prasad, born in Zeradei, Bihar, was the first President of India, serving from 1950 to 1962. He was a prominent freedom fighter and a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi.

Question 45General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Bihar Panchayat Raj Act' was enacted in which year to give effect to the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?

  1. 1995
  2. 1994 Correct answer.
  3. 1993
  4. 1996

Explanation

The Bihar Panchayat Raj Act was enacted in 1993, following the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. It provided for the three-tier Panchayati Raj system in the state.

Question 46General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the correct location of the Vikramshila University, established by King Dharmapala?

  1. Patna district
  2. Nalanda district
  3. Antichak in Bhagalpur district Correct answer.
  4. Vaishali district

Explanation

Vikramshila University was located at Antichak in Bhagalpur district of Bihar. It was founded by the Pala king Dharmapala in the 8th century CE and was a major centre of Buddhist learning.

Question 47General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The Bihar government's 'Saat Nishchay' programme, launched in 2015, includes which of the following components?

  1. Free bicycles to all school students
  2. Electricity connection to every household Correct answer.
  3. Subsidised fertilisers to farmers
  4. Free Wi-Fi in all colleges

Explanation

The Saat Nishchay programme, launched in 2015, comprises seven resolves including providing electricity to every household, piped drinking water, and toilet facilities. It is a flagship development initiative of the Bihar government.

Question 48General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the correct pair of the first Chief Minister of Bihar and the first Governor of Bihar after independence?

  1. Rajendra Prasad and Madhav Shrihari Aney
  2. Deep Narayan Singh and Jairamdas Daulatram
  3. Shri Krishna Singh and Jairamdas Daulatram
  4. Shri Krishna Singh and Madhav Shrihari Aney Correct answer.

Explanation

Shri Krishna Singh became the first Chief Minister of Bihar after independence, and Madhav Shrihari Aney was the first Governor of Bihar. Both assumed office in 1946-47.

Question 49General Knowledge and Current Affairs

The 'Bihar State Disaster Management Authority' is headed by which of the following?

  1. The Chief Secretary
  2. The Governor
  3. The Minister of Disaster Management
  4. The Chief Minister Correct answer.

Explanation

The Bihar State Disaster Management Authority is chaired by the Chief Minister of Bihar. It is responsible for disaster preparedness, mitigation, and response in the state.

Question 50General Knowledge and Current Affairs

Which of the following is the correct sequence of Bihar's rank in India by area and by population (2011 Census)?

  1. 12th by area, 3rd by population Correct answer.
  2. 15th by area, 4th by population
  3. 3rd by area, 12th by population
  4. 9th by area, 2nd by population

Explanation

Bihar is the 12th largest state in India by area and the third most populous state according to the 2011 Census. Its high population density is a notable demographic feature.