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Q.131 Easy General Studies I
Which district in Bihar is known for its production of mithila art or Madhubani painting?
A Darbhanga
B Muzaffarpur
C Madhubani
D Araria
Correct Answer:  C. Madhubani
EXPLANATION

Madhubani district is world-famous for its traditional Mithila or Madhubani painting, an ancient art form recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

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Q.132 Easy General Studies I
In the 2011 Census, Bihar had a population of approximately how many crores?
A 8.5 crores
B 9.3 crores
C 10.2 crores
D 11.5 crores
Correct Answer:  C. 10.2 crores
EXPLANATION

According to the 2011 Census, Bihar's population was approximately 10.3 crores (103 million), making it one of the most populous states in India.

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Q.133 Easy General Studies I
Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating floods?
A Ganga River
B Kosi River
C Brahmaputra River
D Yamuna River
Correct Answer:  B. Kosi River
EXPLANATION

The Kosi River, originating in Nepal, is notorious for its unpredictable behavior and frequent floods, causing immense damage to Bihar. It has been called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating and recurring flood patterns.

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Q.134 Easy General Studies I
The Chandragupta Maurya ruled from 322-298 BCE. How many years did his reign last?
A 20 years
B 24 years
C 28 years
D 32 years
Correct Answer:  B. 24 years
EXPLANATION

Calculation: 322 - 298 = 24 years. Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire and established his capital at Pataliputra (modern Patna), Bihar.

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Q.135 Easy General Studies I
The Bodhi Tree, under which Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment, is located in which present-day location?
A Bodh Gaya, Bihar
B Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh
C Lumbini, Nepal
D Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer:  A. Bodh Gaya, Bihar
EXPLANATION

The Bodhi Tree is located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, where Buddha meditated and achieved enlightenment. The Mahabodhi Temple stands nearby and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Q.136 Easy General Studies I
Which ancient university in Bihar was a major center of Buddhist learning and attracted scholars from across Asia?
A Nalanda University
B Takshashila University
C Vikramashila University
D Odantapuri University
Correct Answer:  A. Nalanda University
EXPLANATION

Nalanda University, located in Bihar, was one of the world's oldest universities and the most prestigious center of Buddhist learning from the 5th to 12th century CE. It attracted scholars from China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia.

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Q.137 Easy General Studies I
Bodh Gaya, an important pilgrimage site, is located in which district of Bihar?
A Patna
B Nalanda
C Gaya
D Vaishali
Correct Answer:  C. Gaya
EXPLANATION

Bodh Gaya is located in Gaya district and is where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.

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Q.138 Easy General Studies I
In which year did Bihar separate from West Bengal to become a separate state?
A 1947
B 1950
C 1956
D 1960
Correct Answer:  C. 1956
EXPLANATION

Bihar became a separate state on November 1, 1956, following the States Reorganisation Act of 1956. Before this, it was combined with Orissa as Bihar and Orissa.

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Q.139 Easy General Studies I
Which ancient university was located in Bihar?
A Takshashila
B Nalanda
C Vallabhi
D Ujjain
Correct Answer:  B. Nalanda
EXPLANATION

Nalanda University, located in Bihar, was one of the world's oldest universities and a center of Buddhist learning from the 5th to 12th centuries.

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Q.140 Easy General Studies I
What is the capital of Bihar?
A Muzaffarpur
B Patna
C Gaya
D Darbhanga
Correct Answer:  B. Patna
EXPLANATION

Patna is the capital of Bihar state. It is an ancient city located on the banks of the Ganges River and was known as Pataliputra in ancient times.

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