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Q.41 Easy
If a person travels from Patna to Bodh Gaya covering 250 km in 5 hours, what is their average speed?
A 40 km/h
B 50 km/h
C 60 km/h
D 70 km/h
Correct Answer:  B. 50 km/h
EXPLANATION

Average speed = Total distance ÷ Total time = 250 km ÷ 5 hours = 50 km/h

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Q.42 Easy
The Nalanda University was primarily established to promote which field of study?
A Military science and warfare
B Buddhist philosophy and learning
C Agricultural techniques
D Trade and commerce
Correct Answer:  B. Buddhist philosophy and learning
EXPLANATION

Nalanda University, founded in the 5th century CE in Bihar, was one of the world's oldest universities and was primarily dedicated to Buddhist studies, logic, and philosophy.

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Q.43 Easy
The Gol Ghar (Round House) monument in Patna was built during which period?
A Mughal period
B British period
C Gupta period
D Mauryan period
Correct Answer:  B. British period
EXPLANATION

Gol Ghar was constructed by the British in 1786 as a grain store. It is a distinctive hemispherical structure and an iconic landmark of Patna.

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Q.44 Easy
Which river forms the northern boundary of Bihar?
A Gandak River
B Bagmati River
C Mahananda River
D Kosi River
Correct Answer:  A. Gandak River
EXPLANATION

The Bagmati River forms the northern boundary of Bihar, separating it from Nepal. It is a tributary of the Ganges River.

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Q.45 Easy
The Bodhi Tree, under which Buddha attained enlightenment, is located in which Bihar city?
A Gaya
B Bodh Gaya
C Nalanda
D Rajgir
Correct Answer:  B. Bodh Gaya
EXPLANATION

Bodh Gaya is the sacred site where Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree, making it one of the holiest places in Buddhism.

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Q.46 Easy
The Kosi River, a major tributary of the Ganges, is known by which other name?
A Sorrow of Bihar
B Blessing of Bihar
C Tears of Bihar
D Gift of Bihar
Correct Answer:  A. Sorrow of Bihar
EXPLANATION

The Kosi River is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating floods and unpredictable course changes that cause extensive damage.

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Q.47 Easy
Which ancient kingdom had its capital at Pataliputra, modern-day Patna?
A Mauryan Empire
B Nanda Dynasty
C Gupta Empire
D Shunga Dynasty
Correct Answer:  A. Mauryan Empire
EXPLANATION

Pataliputra was the capital of the Mauryan Empire under Ashoka and other rulers. It was one of the largest cities in the ancient world.

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Q.48 Easy
The Muzaffarpur city in Bihar is historically known for the production of which fruit?
A Mango
B Litchi
C Papaya
D Orange
Correct Answer:  B. Litchi
EXPLANATION

Muzaffarpur is famous for litchi cultivation and is known as the 'Litchi Capital of India'. The city has a long history of litchi production and export.

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Q.49 Easy
Bihar shares its eastern border with which state?
A Jharkhand
B West Bengal
C Odisha
D Assam
Correct Answer:  B. West Bengal
EXPLANATION

Bihar shares its eastern border with West Bengal. The Ganges River forms a natural boundary between these two states in many parts.

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Q.50 Easy
Bodh Gaya, an important pilgrimage site in Bihar, is associated with which religion?
A Hinduism
B Islam
C Buddhism
D Sikhism
Correct Answer:  C. Buddhism
EXPLANATION

Bodh Gaya is one of the holiest sites in Buddhism. It is believed that Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became Buddha at this location under the Bodhi Tree.

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