If a farmer in Bihar cultivates rice on 50 acres of land with a yield of 60 quintals per acre, what is the total yield in metric tons?

The correct answer is B: 300 metric tons. Total yield = 50 acres × 60 quintals/acre = 3000 quintals. Converting to metric tons: 3000 quintals ÷ 10 = 300 metric tons (1 metric ton = 10 quintals).

What is the coverage area requirement for a mini cluster under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)?

The correct answer is A: 50 hectares. A mini cluster under PMKSY-AIBP requires a minimum coverage area of 50 hectares for irrigation development.

Patna, the capital of Bihar, was previously known by which ancient name?

The correct answer is B: Pataliputra. Pataliputra was the ancient name of Patna, which served as the capital of the Mauryan Empire and was a major center of power and learning.

Which district in Bihar has the highest literacy rate according to recent census data?

The correct answer is A: Patna. Patna district consistently shows one of the highest literacy rates in Bihar, being the state capital with better educational infrastructure and awareness.

Which ancient text mentions 'Videha' kingdom, corresponding to modern Mithila region in Bihar?

The correct answer is A: Atharva Veda. The Rigveda contains references to the Videha kingdom, which corresponds to the ancient Mithila region in northern Bihar.

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General Studies II

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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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