How many districts are there in Bihar as per the current administrative division?
Answer: B
Bihar has 38 districts as per the latest administrative reorganization. This was increased from 36 after the creation of new districts in recent years.
Q.2Easy
Which river is the longest in Bihar?
Answer: B
The Ganga is the longest river flowing through Bihar with a length of approximately 420 km within the state.
Q.3Easy
Nalanda University, an ancient seat of learning, was located in which district of Bihar?
Answer: B
Nalanda University was an ancient Buddhist university located in Nalanda district. It was one of the world's oldest universities.
Q.4Easy
Which of the following is the literacy rate of Bihar according to the 2011 Census?
Answer: A
According to the 2011 Census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate among Indian states at 53.87%, with male literacy at 66.40% and female literacy at 39.95%.
Q.5Easy
Bodh Gaya, one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists, is located in which district of Bihar?
Answer: A
Bodh Gaya is located in Gaya district of Bihar. It is believed to be the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment.
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Q.6Easy
What is the primary agricultural product of Bihar?
Answer: B
Rice is the primary agricultural product of Bihar, with the state being a major rice producer in India due to favorable climate and fertile alluvial soil.
Q.7Easy
Which of the following is a scheduled tribe in Bihar with significant population in the Santhal Pargana region?
Answer: B
Santhals are a major scheduled tribe in Bihar, primarily concentrated in the Santhal Pargana region. They have a distinct culture, language, and traditions.
Q.8Easy
The Nalanda University, an ancient center of learning, was located in which district of Bihar?
Answer: B
Nalanda University was one of the world's oldest universities, located in present-day Nalanda district. It was a major center of Buddhist learning until its decline in the 12th century.
Q.9Easy
The integrated child development scheme (ICDS) coverage in Bihar aims to benefit children in which age group?
Answer: C
ICDS in Bihar targets children in the 0-6 age group with nutritional support, pre-school education, and health services through anganwadi centers.
Q.10Easy
Which of the following is NOT a major tributary of the Ganges in Bihar?
Answer: D
The Brahmaputra flows through Assam, not Bihar. The Kosi, Burhi Gandak, and Ghaghara are major tributaries of the Ganges that flow through Bihar.
Q.11Easy
Which university in Bihar is the oldest and was established during the British Raj?
Answer: B
Patna University, established in 1917, is the oldest university in Bihar. It was founded during the British colonial period and has played a significant role in higher education in the state.
Q.12Easy
What is the primary focus of the Mukhyamantri Aawas Yojana in Bihar?
Answer: B
The Mukhyamantri Aawas Yojana is a state housing scheme aimed at providing affordable housing to Below Poverty Line and economically weaker families in Bihar.
Q.13Easy
The literacy rate in Bihar (as per recent census) is approximately:
Answer: C
Bihar has one of the lowest literacy rates among Indian states, with recent census data showing it below 60%. This indicates significant educational challenges in the state.
