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General Studies II

Bihar Public Service Commission — PT & Mains

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Q.11 Medium General Studies II
The Bihar State Disaster Management Authority (BSDMA) primarily focuses on which aspect of governance?
A Natural disaster preparedness and response
B Economic development
C Educational reforms
D Healthcare management
Correct Answer:  A. Natural disaster preparedness and response
EXPLANATION

BSDMA is responsible for coordinating disaster management, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery from natural disasters like floods and droughts in Bihar.

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Q.12 Medium General Studies II
The Lok Sabha constituencies in Bihar increased from 40 to how many after the delimitation exercise?
A 42
B 43
C 44
D 45
Correct Answer:  A. 42
EXPLANATION

Following the delimitation exercise based on the 2021 Census, Bihar's Lok Sabha constituencies increased from 40 to 42, reflecting population growth.

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Q.13 Medium General Studies II
Which district in Bihar has the highest literacy rate according to recent census data?
A Patna
B East Champaran
C Madhubani
D Araria
Correct Answer:  A. Patna
EXPLANATION

Patna district consistently shows one of the highest literacy rates in Bihar, being the state capital with better educational infrastructure and awareness.

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Q.14 Medium General Studies II
The Valmiki National Park in Bihar is primarily known for the conservation of which animal?
A Bengal Tiger
B Indian Rhinoceros
C Asian Elephant
D Wild Water Buffalo
Correct Answer:  A. Bengal Tiger
EXPLANATION

# Solution: Valmiki National Park's Primary Conservation Focus

Valmiki National Park in Bihar is named after the ancient sage Valmiki and serves as a crucial wildlife sanctuary in eastern India dedicated to protecting endangered species and their habitats.

Step 1: Identify the Location and Significance

Valmiki National Park is located in West Champaran district of Bihar, near the Nepal border, making it an important conservation area in the northeastern region of India.

\[\text{National Park Location: Bihar (Northeast India)}\]

Step 2: Recognize the Primary Conservation Animal

The park is primarily established and managed for the conservation of the Bengal Tiger, which is an endangered species listed under Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The park also protects other animals like wild elephants and various bird species, but tigers are the flagship species and the main focus of conservation efforts.

\[\text{Flagship Species: Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris)}\]

The correct answer is (A) Bengal Tiger.

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Q.15 Medium General Studies II
Which type of forest is predominantly found in southern Bihar?
A Tropical rainforest
B Tropical deciduous forest
C Temperate forest
D Tropical evergreen forest
Correct Answer:  B. Tropical deciduous forest
EXPLANATION

Southern Bihar, particularly in areas like Gaya and Aurangabad, is characterized by tropical deciduous forests which shed leaves in the dry season.

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Q.16 Medium General Studies II
The Champaran Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi was primarily related to which issue?
A Salt production
B Indigo cultivation and peasant rights
C Land redistribution
D Communal harmony
Correct Answer:  B. Indigo cultivation and peasant rights
EXPLANATION

The Champaran Satyagraha (1917) in Bihar was primarily about peasant exploitation by British indigo planters. Gandhi's intervention helped secure justice for peasants forced to grow indigo at exploitative rates.

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Q.17 Medium General Studies II
Which of the following is the correct administrative hierarchy in Bihar governance?
A State > Division > District > Block > Panchayat
B State > District > Division > Block > Panchayat
C State > Block > District > Division > Panchayat
D State > Panchayat > Block > District > Division
Correct Answer:  A. State > Division > District > Block > Panchayat
EXPLANATION

The correct administrative hierarchy in Bihar is: State (governed by Chief Minister) > Division > District (governed by Deputy Commissioner) > Block > Panchayat (gram-level governance).

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Q.18 Medium General Studies II
In which year was the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) established in Patna?
A 2010
B 2012
C 2015
D 2017
Correct Answer:  B. 2012
EXPLANATION

AIIMS Patna was established in 2012 as part of the Government of India's initiative to expand quality medical education and healthcare in tier-II cities.

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Q.19 Medium General Studies II
Which district of Bihar is famous for Mithila paintings and folk art?
A Madhubani
B Muzaffarpur
C Darbhanga
D Sitamarhi
Correct Answer:  A. Madhubani
EXPLANATION

Madhubani district is renowned for its traditional Mithila paintings, a distinctive folk art form with origins in Hindu mythology and nature themes.

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Q.20 Medium General Studies II
The Ghaghara (Ghaggar) River forms the boundary between Bihar and which state?
A Uttar Pradesh
B Madhya Pradesh
C Jharkhand
D West Bengal
Correct Answer:  A. Uttar Pradesh
EXPLANATION

The Ghaghara River forms the northern boundary between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

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