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The Barabar Caves, one of India's oldest rock-cut caves, are situated in Jehanabad district and date back to the Mauryan period.
Jayaprakash Narayan (JP) was a prominent Bihari freedom fighter who played a vital role in the Quit India Movement of 1942.
Vikramashila University was founded by King Dharmapala of the Pala Dynasty in the 8th century CE in Bihar.
Pataliputra was the capital of the Mauryan Empire and continued to be significant during the Shunga period. It was one of the largest cities in the ancient world with well-organized administration, walls, and public structures.
The Mithila region (North Bihar) experiences severe seasonal flooding primarily due to heavy monsoonal rains and the overflow of rivers like Kosi and Mahananda that originate in the Nepal Himalayas, which receive substantial snowmelt and precipitation.
The Son River forms a natural boundary between Bihar and Jharkhand states for a considerable stretch. It is a tributary of the Ganges and flows through both states.
Nalanda University was excavated and studied extensively in the 20th century, with major excavations providing insights into its monastic buildings, libraries, and academic structures, confirming its status as a premier educational institution.
Madhubani (or Mithila) painting is an ancient traditional art form from North Bihar, known for its intricate geometric patterns, vibrant colors, and depictions of mythology and nature. It is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Population = Area × Population Density = 94,163 × 1,102 = 103,795,626 ≈ 103.7 million. Bihar has one of the highest population densities in India.
Vaishali was the birthplace of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. It was also one of the earliest republics in ancient India and is mentioned in Buddhist texts.
