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Q.241 Medium
The Patna Sahib Gurudwara is associated with which Sikh Guru?
A Guru Nanak Dev
B Guru Govind Singh
C Guru Hargobind
D Guru Tegh Bahadur
Correct Answer:  B. Guru Govind Singh
EXPLANATION

Patna Sahib Gurudwara is the birthplace of Guru Govind Singh, the tenth Guru of Sikhism. It is one of the five most sacred Gurudwaras in Sikhism and is located in Patna city.

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Q.242 Medium
Which district in Bihar is famous for its diamond and mineral resources?
A Bodh Gaya
B Rohtas
C Koderma
D Araria
Correct Answer:  C. Koderma
EXPLANATION

Koderma district is famous for its rich deposits of mica, coal, and other minerals. It is one of the most mineral-rich districts in Bihar and is an important center for mining and mineral extraction.

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Q.243 Easy
The Suez Canal connects which two major water bodies?
A Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea
B Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf
C Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea
D Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea
Correct Answer:  A. Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea
EXPLANATION

The Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, providing a crucial shipping route between Europe and Asia. This is an important international trade route with significant global implications.

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Q.244 Medium
Which ancient text mentions Pataliputra (modern Patna) as a major center of the Mauryan Empire?
A Vedas
B Arthashastra
C Puranas
D Ramayana
Correct Answer:  B. Arthashastra
EXPLANATION

Kautilya's Arthashastra mentions Pataliputra as the capital of the Mauryan Empire. The text describes the city's administrative organization, fortifications, and importance as a center of power.

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Q.245 Hard
The Ganga Sagar Island, which forms the border between Bihar and Jharkhand, is also known by which other name?
A Sone Island
B Brahmagiri
C Mansarovar
D Kanyakumari
Correct Answer:  A. Sone Island
EXPLANATION

The Ganga-Sone confluence area is an important geographical feature. The Sone River forms a significant boundary and geographical feature in the region between Bihar and neighboring states.

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Q.246 Medium
If a landowner in Bihar owns two plots: one measuring 120 acres producing 60 quintals of rice and another measuring 80 acres producing 45 quintals of rice, what is the average productivity per acre across both plots?
A 0.52 quintals per acre
B 0.55 quintals per acre
C 0.60 quintals per acre
D 0.65 quintals per acre
Correct Answer:  A. 0.52 quintals per acre
EXPLANATION

Total production = 60 + 45 = 105 quintals. Total area = 120 + 80 = 200 acres. Average productivity = 105 ÷ 200 = 0.525 ≈ 0.52 quintals per acre.

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Q.247 Hard
Which Paleolithic archaeological site in Bihar provides evidence of early human settlement?
A Senuwar
B Chirand
C Mundigak
D Bhimbetka
Correct Answer:  A. Senuwar
EXPLANATION

Senuwar is a significant Paleolithic archaeological site in Bihar. It has yielded important evidence of early human habitation and stone tools dating back to the Paleolithic age.

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Q.248 Medium
The Sher Shah Suri was born in which present-day district of Bihar?
A Rohtas
B Sasaram
C Siwan
D Munger
Correct Answer:  B. Sasaram
EXPLANATION

Sher Shah Suri was born in Sasaram in Bihar. He was an Afghan ruler who briefly ruled India and is known for his administrative reforms, including the construction of the Grand Trunk Road.

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Q.249 Easy
Which language is the official language of Bihar?
A Urdu
B Hindi
C Maithili
D Magahi
Correct Answer:  B. Hindi
EXPLANATION

Hindi is the official language of Bihar. While several other languages like Maithili, Magahi, and Angika are spoken in different regions of Bihar, Hindi remains the primary official language for administration and education.

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Q.250 Medium
Which freedom fighter led the Bardoli Satyagraha, which had significant impact in Bihar?
A Vallabhbhai Patel
B Mahatma Gandhi
C Sardar Patel
D Jawaharlal Nehru
Correct Answer:  A. Vallabhbhai Patel
EXPLANATION

Vallabhbhai Patel led the Bardoli Satyagraha in Gujarat in 1928. Though primarily a Gujarat movement, it inspired similar movements across India including Bihar and strengthened the independence struggle.

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