The Sikandar Shahi coins found in Bihar belong to which historical period?

The correct answer is B: Delhi Sultanate period. Sikandar Shahi coins belong to the Delhi Sultanate period, specifically from the reign of Sikandar Lodi. These coins have been discovered in Bihar and indicate the extent of sultanate control over the region.

The Champaran Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi was primarily related to which issue?

The correct answer is B: Indigo cultivation and peasant rights. 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.

If the annual rainfall in a Bihar district is 1200 mm and 60% falls during monsoon season, how much rainfall occurs during monsoon (in mm)?

The correct answer is C: 720 mm. Calculation: Monsoon rainfall = 60% of 1200 mm = 0.60 × 1200 = 720 mm. This represents the monsoon contribution to the total annual rainfall.

The Barabar Caves are located in which district of Bihar?

The correct answer is B: Jehanabad. The Barabar Caves, one of India's oldest rock-cut caves, are situated in Jehanabad district and date back to the Mauryan period.

The Patna Museum houses which famous ancient artifact from the Mauryan period?

The correct answer is B: Didarganj Yakshi statue. The Didarganj Yakshi statue, a polished sandstone sculpture from the Mauryan period, is one of the most prized possessions of the Patna Museum.

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Q.21 Medium General Studies II

What is the area of Bihar state in square kilometers?

A 82,000 sq km

B 94,163 sq km

C 1,10,000 sq km

D 1,25,000 sq km

Correct Answer: B. 94,163 sq km

EXPLANATION

Bihar covers an area of 94,163 square kilometers, making it one of the smaller states by area in India.

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Q.22 Medium General Studies II

In which year did Bihar separate from the state of Bengal?

A 1905

B 1912

C 1920

D 1947

Correct Answer: B. 1912

EXPLANATION

Bihar was separated from Bengal and established as a separate administrative unit in 1912. In 2000, Jharkhand was carved out from Bihar.

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Q.23 Medium General Studies II

Which of the following wildlife sanctuaries is located in Bihar?

A Valmiki National Park

B Rajgir Wildlife Sanctuary

C Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary

D All of the above

Correct Answer: D. All of the above

EXPLANATION

Bihar has several wildlife sanctuaries including Valmiki National Park in West Champaran, Rajgir Wildlife Sanctuary in Nalanda, and Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary in Munger.

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Q.24 Medium General Studies II

The Kosi River, known as 'Sorrow of Bihar', is prone to frequent flooding. Which state does it originate from?

A Uttarakhand

B Nepal

C Uttar Pradesh

D Jharkhand

Correct Answer: B. Nepal

EXPLANATION

The Kosi River originates from the Himalayas in Nepal and is known for causing devastating floods in Bihar. It is called 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its destructive nature.

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Q.25 Medium General Studies II

Which Mauryan emperor is associated with Pataliputra (ancient Patna)?

A Chandragupta Maurya

B Ashoka

C Bindusara

D All of the above

Correct Answer: D. All of the above

EXPLANATION

Pataliputra was the capital of the Mauryan Empire and was associated with all major Mauryan emperors including Chandragupta Maurya, Bindusara, and Ashoka.

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