The Nalanda University was primarily established to promote which field of study?
Answer: B
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.
Q.102Easy
If a person travels from Patna to Bodh Gaya covering 250 km in 5 hours, what is their average speed?
Answer: B
Average speed = Total distance ÷ Total time = 250 km ÷ 5 hours = 50 km/h
Q.103Easy
The Gandak River, which flows through Bihar, is a tributary of which major river?
Answer: B
The Gandak River is a tributary of the Ganges River and forms the border between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh in parts.
Q.104Easy
Nalanda University was a famous center of learning in Bihar. Which subjects were primarily taught there?
Answer: B
Nalanda University, established in the 5th century CE, was renowned for teaching Buddhism, Buddhist philosophy, logic, metaphysics, and mathematics, attracting scholars from across Asia.
Q.105Easy
Bodh Gaya is famous for which significant event in the history of Buddhism?
Answer: B
Bodh Gaya is sacred as the place where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became Buddha, sitting under the Bodhi tree.
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Q.106Easy
The Mauryan Emperor Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism is believed to have occurred after which major event?
Answer: B
The Kalinga War (260 BCE) was a turning point in Ashoka's life. The violence and bloodshed of the war led him to embrace Buddhism and non-violence.
Q.107Easy
Which river is considered the lifeline of Bihar's agriculture and economy?
Answer: B
The Ganga River flows through Bihar and is crucial for irrigation, transportation, and the agricultural economy of the state.
Q.108Easy
During the British colonial period, Bihar was part of which administrative division?
Answer: B
Bihar was part of the Bengal Presidency during British rule. It remained under this administrative division until India's independence in 1947.
Q.109Easy
Which modern state was created from Bihar in 2000 through a constitutional amendment?
Answer: B
Jharkhand was created as a separate state on November 15, 2000, from the southern districts of Bihar. This was a result of the State Reorganisation Act passed by Parliament.
Q.110Easy
Which of the following is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?
Answer: B
PM-KISAN provides direct income support of ₹6,000 per year to small and marginal farmers in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
Q.111Easy
What is the maximum land holding limit for a farmer to be eligible under PM-KISAN scheme?
Answer: B
The scheme covers small and marginal farmers with land holding up to 2 hectares (approximately 5 acres).
Q.112Easy
Which ministry oversees the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)?
Answer: A
The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare with participation of insurance companies.
Q.113Easy
What is the primary focus of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?
Answer: B
NMSA focuses on sustainable agriculture through soil health management, water conservation, and climate adaptation strategies.
Q.114Easy
Calculate the total number of bags (50 kg each) of fertilizer needed for 100 hectares if the recommended dose is 25 kg per hectare.
Answer: A
Total fertilizer needed = 100 hectares × 25 kg/hectare = 2,500 kg. Number of 50 kg bags = 2,500 ÷ 50 = 50 bags.
Q.115Easy
If a farmer receives ₹12,000 annually under PM-KISAN scheme in three equal installments, what is the amount of each installment?
Answer: B
Annual amount = ₹12,000. Number of installments = 3. Amount per installment = ₹12,000 ÷ 3 = ₹4,000.
Q.116Easy
A farmer cultivates paddy on 5 hectares with a yield of 50 quintals per hectare. What is the total production in metric tons?
Answer: C
Total production = 5 hectares × 50 quintals/hectare = 250 quintals. Converting to metric tons: 250 quintals ÷ 10 = 25 metric tons.
Q.117Easy
Which ministry is responsible for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)?
Answer: B
PMFBY is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare in collaboration with state governments and insurance companies.
Q.118Easy
What is the primary objective of the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)?
Answer: A
PKVY aims to promote organic farming by encouraging farmers to adopt organic practices and obtain organic certification to access premium markets.
Q.119Easy
The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) was launched in which year?
Answer: B
RKVY was launched in 2007 as a centrally sponsored scheme to accelerate agricultural growth across states through multi-state and state-specific programs.
Q.120Easy
What is the primary focus of the Soil Health Card scheme?
Answer: B
The Soil Health Card scheme provides farmers with periodic information on soil nutrient content, organic matter, and recommendations for appropriate nutrient management.
