Q.201
Medium
Which dam, located in Bihar, is the oldest masonry dam in India still in use?
A Kosi Dam
B Darbhanga Dam
C Sone Dam
D Tilaiya Dam
Correct Answer:
A. Kosi Dam Explanation:
The Kosi Dam, also known as Hanuman Nagar Dam, is considered the oldest functioning masonry dam in India, constructed in 1715.
Q.202
Medium
Which national highway connects Patna to Kolkata and is a crucial economic corridor?
A NH-2
B NH-19
C NH-6
D NH-28
Explanation:
National Highway 2 (now NH-19 in the new classification) connects Delhi to Kolkata via Patna, Bihar, serving as a major economic corridor.
Q.203
Medium
In 2023-24, what was Bihar's rank in terms of agricultural production among Indian states?
Explanation:
Bihar consistently ranks among the top agricultural producing states in India, particularly in wheat, rice, and vegetable production.
Q.204
Medium
Which university in Bihar received the status of 'Institution of Eminence' by the Government of India in recent years?
A Banaras Hindu University
B Patna University
C IIT Patna
D Bihar Agricultural University
Correct Answer:
C. IIT Patna Explanation:
IIT Patna, established in 2008, has been recognized as an institution of excellence and is one of the newer IITs in India.
Q.205
Medium
In 2024, which major textile hub was developed in Bihar under the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Scheme?
A Muzaffarpur
B Bhagalpur
C Darbhanga
D Arrah
Correct Answer:
B. Bhagalpur Explanation:
Bhagalpur is historically known as the silk city of India and was developed as a textile hub under the PM MITRA scheme.
Q.206
Medium
In 2024, which sector was identified as a key growth area in Bihar's economic development plan?
A Automobile manufacturing
B Information Technology
C Pharmaceutical manufacturing
D Food processing and agro-industries
Correct Answer:
D. Food processing and agro-industries Explanation:
Bihar's economic development plan emphasized food processing and agro-industries to leverage its agricultural strength and create employment.
Q.207
Medium
Which ancient city in Bihar, known for its historical significance, has recently been developed as a heritage tourism site?
A Vaishali
B Gaya
C Patliputra
D Nalanda
Correct Answer:
A. Vaishali Explanation:
Vaishali, the ancient capital of the Licchavi Republic, has been developed as a major heritage and Buddhist pilgrimage tourism site in Bihar.
Q.208
Medium
Which district in Bihar is the largest salt producer in eastern India?
A Begusarai
B Munger
C Samastipur
D Purnia
Correct Answer:
B. Munger Explanation:
Munger district is known for salt production from saline groundwater and is a significant salt-producing region in eastern India.
Q.209
Medium
Which scheme launched by the Bihar government aims to provide skill training to rural youth for employment?
A Skill India Mission
B Bihar Kaushal Development Mission
C PMKVY
D National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme
Correct Answer:
B. Bihar Kaushal Development Mission Explanation:
The Bihar Kaushal Development Mission is a state-specific initiative to provide skill training and employment opportunities to rural youth in Bihar.
Q.210
Medium
Which freedom fighter from Bihar was known as 'Shaheed-e-Azam' (the Great Martyr)?
A Raj Narayan Singh
B Chandrasekhar Azad
C Bhagat Singh
D Ram Mohan Roy
Correct Answer:
C. Bhagat Singh Explanation:
Although Bhagat Singh was born in Punjab, he had strong connections with Bihar revolutionaries. Chandrasekhar Azad was primarily associated with Bihar and the revolutionary movement.
