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Q.11 Medium Current Affairs
Which Buddhist monument in Bihar is one of the largest brick structures in the world?
A Mahabodhi Temple
B Great Stupa of Nalanda
C Gridhakuta Hill Temple
D Vishnupad Temple
Correct Answer:  B. Great Stupa of Nalanda
EXPLANATION

The Great Stupa of Nalanda, also known as the Nalanda Stupa, is one of the largest brick structures built in ancient times and represents the architectural brilliance of the Gupta period.

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Q.12 Medium Current Affairs
Which ancient kingdom had its capital at Rajgir, located in present-day Bihar?
A Mauryan Empire
B Magadha Kingdom
C Nanda Empire
D Gupta Empire
Correct Answer:  B. Magadha Kingdom
EXPLANATION

Rajgir was the capital of the Magadha Kingdom, one of the most powerful ancient kingdoms in India. It was later replaced by Pataliputra as the capital.

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Q.13 Medium Current Affairs
Which freedom fighter from Bihar was known as 'Shaheed-e-Azam' (the Great Martyr)?
A Raj Narayan Singh
B Chandrasekhar Azad
C Bhagat Singh
D Ram Mohan Roy
Correct Answer:  C. Bhagat Singh
EXPLANATION

Although Bhagat Singh was born in Punjab, he had strong connections with Bihar revolutionaries. Chandrasekhar Azad was primarily associated with Bihar and the revolutionary movement.

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Q.14 Easy Current Affairs
Which state government launched the 'Mukhyamantri Balak Balika Protsahan Yojana' to encourage girl child education?
A Jharkhand
B Bihar
C Odisha
D Chhattisgarh
Correct Answer:  B. Bihar
EXPLANATION

The Bihar government launched the Mukhyamantri Balak Balika Protsahan Yojana to provide financial incentives to families for girls' education and reduce dropout rates.

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Q.15 Easy Current Affairs
In which year was the Nalanda University, one of the world's oldest universities, established?
A 5th century CE
B 3rd century BCE
C 6th century CE
D 4th century BCE
Correct Answer:  A. 5th century CE
EXPLANATION

Nalanda University was established in the 5th century CE under the Gupta dynasty and became a major center of learning in Buddhism and other subjects until its decline in the 12th century.

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Q.16 Easy Current Affairs
Which river is the longest tributary of the Ganges and flows through Bihar?
A Kosi River
B Gandak River
C Burhi Gandak River
D Mahananda River
Correct Answer:  A. Kosi River
EXPLANATION

The Kosi River, also known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar', is the longest tributary of the Ganges and is notorious for frequent flooding in Bihar. It originates in the Nepal Himalayas.

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Q.17 Easy Current Affairs
In 2024, which historical monument in Bihar was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Mahabhodhi Temple
B Vishnupad Temple
C Kumbharia Jain Temple
D Vikramashila Temple Ruins
Correct Answer:  A. Mahabhodhi Temple
EXPLANATION

The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its architectural significance and religious importance.

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Q.18 Medium Current Affairs
Which scheme launched by the Bihar government aims to provide skill training to rural youth for employment?
A Skill India Mission
B Bihar Kaushal Development Mission
C PMKVY
D National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme
Correct Answer:  B. Bihar Kaushal Development Mission
EXPLANATION

The Bihar Kaushal Development Mission is a state-specific initiative to provide skill training and employment opportunities to rural youth in Bihar.

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Q.19 Hard Current Affairs
In recent years, Bihar has focused on improving literacy rates. What was Bihar's literacy rate as per the 2021 Census?
A 49.8%
B 54.2%
C 61.5%
D 68.3%
Correct Answer:  B. 54.2%
EXPLANATION

According to the 2021 Census, Bihar's literacy rate was 54.2%, which showed improvement from previous years but remained below the national average.

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Q.20 Medium Current Affairs
Which district in Bihar is the largest salt producer in eastern India?
A Begusarai
B Munger
C Samastipur
D Purnia
Correct Answer:  B. Munger
EXPLANATION

Munger district is known for salt production from saline groundwater and is a significant salt-producing region in eastern India.

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