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Q.71 Hard
The average annual rainfall in Bihar is approximately how many millimeters?
A1000-1200
B1500-1800
C2000-2200
D2500-2800
Correct Answer:  A. 1000-1200
Explanation:

Bihar receives an average annual rainfall of approximately 1000-1200 mm. The rainfall pattern varies between the plains and the Himalayan foothills in the north.

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Q.72 Hard
The Ganges is called 'Ganga' in Sanskrit. Calculate: If a river has a length of 2525 km and it covers 1/3 of its length in Bihar, what is the approximate length of Ganges in Bihar? (in km)
Aapproximately 842 km
Bapproximately 750 km
Capproximately 900 km
Dapproximately 600 km
Correct Answer:  A. approximately 842 km
Explanation:

Total length of Ganges = 2525 km. Length in Bihar = 2525 × (1/3) ≈ 841.67 km ≈ 842 km. The Ganges flows through Bihar for a significant portion of its course.

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Q.73 Hard
Which freedom fighter from Bihar was imprisoned in Cellular Jail?
ASurya Sen
BKhudiram Bose
CBatukeshwar Dutt
DSubhas Chandra Bose
Correct Answer:  B. Khudiram Bose
Explanation:

Khudiram Bose, a revolutionary from Bihar, was imprisoned in the Cellular Jail (Andaman) for his role in nationalist activities. He became a symbol of anti-colonial resistance.

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Q.74 Hard
The Vikramashila University, another major center of learning in Bihar, was established by which ruler?
AAshoka
BChandragupta II
CDharmapal
DKanishka
Correct Answer:  C. Dharmapal
Explanation:

Dharmapal, a Pala dynasty ruler, established the Vikramashila University in the 8th century as a renowned center for Buddhist learning and philosophy.

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Q.75 Hard
The Ajatshatru cave complex is located in which Bihar district?
AGaya
BRajgir (Nalanda)
CPatna
DMadhubani
Correct Answer:  B. Rajgir (Nalanda)
Explanation:

Ajatashatru caves are located in Rajgir, which is in Nalanda district. These caves are associated with early Buddhist monks and monastic life.

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Q.76 Hard
If Bihar covers approximately 94,163 km² and has a population of about 100 million, what is its approximate population density per km²?
A881 per km²
B952 per km²
C1062 per km²
D1150 per km²
Correct Answer:  C. 1062 per km²
Explanation:

Population density = Total population / Total area = 100,000,000 / 94,163 ≈ 1062 per km². Bihar has one of the highest population densities in India.

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Q.77 Hard
The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya is made of which material and in which architectural style?
AStone in Gothic style
BBrick in Buddhist style
CMarble in Islamic style
DLaterite in Dravidian style
Correct Answer:  B. Brick in Buddhist style
Explanation:

The Mahabodhi Temple is constructed primarily of bricks in the ancient Buddhist architectural style, dating back to the 5th-6th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Q.78 Hard
Which medieval ruler established the Shergarh fort in Bihar?
ASher Shah Suri
BIslam Shah Suri
CMuhammad of Ghor
DBabar
Correct Answer:  A. Sher Shah Suri
Explanation:

Sher Shah Suri built the Shergarh fort as part of his fortification strategy. He was known for his administrative reforms and military architecture during his rule in the 16th century.

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Q.79 Hard
Which archaeological site in Bihar has revealed evidences of Paleolithic settlements?
ANalanda
BChandraketugarh
CChirand
DKesaria
Correct Answer:  C. Chirand
Explanation:

Chirand, located in Saran district, is an important archaeological site that has provided evidence of Paleolithic and Neolithic settlements in Bihar.

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Q.80 Hard
The Vikramashila University was established by which Pala Empire ruler?
ADharmapala
BDevapala
CDharmapal's successor
DIndrapala
Correct Answer:  A. Dharmapala
Explanation:

Vikramashila University was founded by Dharmapala, the Pala king, in the 8th century CE as a major center of Buddhist learning and research.

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