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According to the 2011 Census, Bihar's literacy rate was 47.53%, which is one of the lowest among Indian states, reflecting challenges in education infrastructure.
# Ancient Martial Art from Bihar
Silambam is an ancient Indian martial art originating from Bihar that combines combat techniques with stick fighting and is now practiced as a competitive sport globally.
Silambam is a traditional martial art and combat system that originated in ancient Bihar, India, with roots dating back over 5,000 years to the Vedic period.
Silambam is primarily known for its stick-fighting technique (using a bamboo staff called "silambam"), hand-to-hand combat, and flexibility training. It emphasizes discipline, speed, and precision movements.
The art has gained international recognition and is now practiced worldwide as a martial discipline, with governing bodies and competitions established in multiple countries.
- (A) Kalaripayattu — An ancient martial art from Kerala, not Bihar
- (B) Kung Fu — Originated in China, not India
- (D) Muay Thai — Traditional martial art from Thailand, not India
Answer: (C) Silambam — The ancient martial art of warfare developed in Bihar that is practiced worldwide today.
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During the 15th century, the Bahmani Sultanate and later the Bengal Sultanate's influence in Bihar led to significant changes in administrative, military, and cultural practices in the region.
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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.
James Grant conducted the first systematic census and survey of Bihar during British rule, contributing significantly to the administrative organization of the region.
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Mithila, the ancient kingdom mentioned in Hindu scriptures, corresponds to the Darbhanga and Madhubani regions of present-day Bihar. It was the kingdom of King Janaka and the birthplace of Sita according to Hindu mythology.
