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Bihar Public Service Commission — PT & Mains

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Q.161 Medium
Which river is the second-longest tributary of the Ganges and flows through Bihar?
A Brahmaputra
B Yamuna
C Kosi River
D Sutlej
Correct Answer:  C. Kosi River
EXPLANATION

The Kosi River, originating in Nepal, is a major tributary of the Ganges and flows through Bihar. It is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to frequent floods.

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Q.162 Medium
Ashoka's rock edicts in Bihar provide information about which of the following?
A Trade routes only
B Administrative policies and moral principles
C Military campaigns exclusively
D Agricultural practices
Correct Answer:  B. Administrative policies and moral principles
EXPLANATION

Ashoka's rock and pillar edicts contain his administrative policies, moral teachings, and principles of governance, serving as primary sources for understanding his rule.

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Q.163 Medium
Which of the following is NOT a major industry in Bihar?
A Agriculture
B Mining
C Software Technology Parks
D Sugar Production
Correct Answer:  C. Software Technology Parks
EXPLANATION

While Bihar has significant agricultural, mining, and sugar production sectors, Software Technology Parks are not a major industry in Bihar. The state is primarily focused on traditional industries and agriculture rather than IT sectors.

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Q.164 Medium
Which historical site in Bihar was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Rajendra Museum
B Mahabodhi Temple
C Sher Shah Suri Tomb
D Kumhrar Excavation
Correct Answer:  B. Mahabodhi Temple
EXPLANATION

The Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bodh Gaya was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. It is one of the oldest brick temples in India and is of great Buddhist significance.

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Q.165 Medium
Chanakya, the ancient strategist and philosopher, belonged to which region of Bihar?
A Patna
B Gaya
C Takshashila
D Nalanda
Correct Answer:  C. Takshashila
EXPLANATION

Chanakya (Vishnugupta) was associated with Takshashila, though he worked closely with the Mauryan court at Pataliputra in Bihar. He was a political theorist and authored the Arthashastra.

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Q.166 Medium
The Ghaghara River forms the boundary between Bihar and which state?
A Uttar Pradesh
B Jharkhand
C West Bengal
D Odisha
Correct Answer:  A. Uttar Pradesh
EXPLANATION

The Ghaghara River forms the boundary between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh in the western and northern parts of Bihar. It is a major tributary of the Ganges River.

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Q.167 Medium
Which Mughal emperor built the Patna Mosque?
A Akbar
B Jahangir
C Aurangzeb
D Shah Jahan
Correct Answer:  C. Aurangzeb
EXPLANATION

Emperor Aurangzeb commissioned the construction of the Patna Mosque (Jama Masjid) in the 17th century. It is one of the largest mosques in India and features prominent Mughal architecture.

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Q.168 Medium
Mahavira, the founder of Jainism, was born in which district of Bihar?
A Gaya
B Vaishali
C Patna
D Nalanda
Correct Answer:  B. Vaishali
EXPLANATION

Mahavira was born in Vaishali district around 599 BCE. He preached non-violence and established the principles of Jainism. Vaishali holds great significance in Jain religious tradition.

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Q.169 Medium
Which ancient kingdom had its capital at Vaishali in Bihar?
A Magadha
B Lichchhavi
C Anga
D Odisha
Correct Answer:  B. Lichchhavi
EXPLANATION

The Lichchhavi Republic had its capital at Vaishali. It was one of the earliest republican states in India. Buddha visited Vaishali multiple times, and it was the site of the Second Buddhist Council.

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Q.170 Medium
The Mauryan Empire had its capital at which location in Bihar?
A Vaishali
B Pataliputra
C Nalanda
D Gaya
Correct Answer:  B. Pataliputra
EXPLANATION

Pataliputra (modern Patna) was the capital of the Mauryan Empire. It was one of the largest and most prosperous cities of its time and served as the political and administrative center of the empire.

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