The Bihar State Disaster Management Authority (BSDMA) primarily focuses on which aspect of governance?
ANatural disaster preparedness and response
BEconomic development
CEducational reforms
DHealthcare management
Correct Answer: A. Natural disaster preparedness and response
Explanation:
BSDMA is responsible for coordinating disaster management, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery from natural disasters like floods and droughts in Bihar.
The Jehanabad district of Bihar is historically significant for which reason?
ASilk production
BStone quarrying and notorious prison
CMithila painting
DCoal mining
Correct Answer: B. Stone quarrying and notorious prison
Explanation:
Jehanabad is known for limestone and stone quarrying. Historically, the Jehanabad jail gained notoriety during the freedom struggle and bandit operations.
Bihar shares its borders with how many Indian states?
A3 states
B4 states
C5 states
D6 states
Correct Answer: C. 5 states
Explanation:
Bihar shares borders with 5 states: Uttar Pradesh (west), Jharkhand (south), West Bengal (east), and Nepal (north). It also borders Madhya Pradesh indirectly through Jharkhand.
The Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) in Bihar is primarily responsible for:
AUrban water supply and sanitation
BRural water supply and sanitation
CBoth urban and rural water supply systems
DOnly industrial water management
Correct Answer: C. Both urban and rural water supply systems
Explanation:
The PHED in Bihar is responsible for providing water supply and sanitation facilities to both urban and rural areas of the state, ensuring access to clean drinking water across the region.
Which district in Bihar is known for its agricultural production of vegetables?
AAraria
BVaishali
CMadhubani
DSamastipur
Correct Answer: C. Madhubani
Explanation:
Madhubani district is particularly known for vegetable cultivation and also famous for its traditional Madhubani paintings. It contributes significantly to Bihar's agricultural output.
The Panchayat elections in Bihar are conducted under which act?
AConstitutional Act 1950
B73rd Constitutional Amendment Act
CBihar Panchayat Raj Act 1993
DRural Development Act 1972
Correct Answer: B. 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act
Explanation:
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) provides the constitutional framework for Panchayat Raj system across India, including Bihar. This amendment established the three-tier system of local governance.
Which of the following is a major health challenge specifically faced by Bihar compared to national average?
AHigh infant mortality rate
BHigh prevalence of urban pollution
CExcessive alcoholism
DDrug abuse
Correct Answer: A. High infant mortality rate
Explanation:
Bihar has a significantly higher infant mortality rate compared to the national average, which is a critical health indicator reflecting challenges in maternal and child healthcare in the state.
Which scheme in Bihar aims to provide skill development to rural youth?
APradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
BBihar Skill Development Mission
CRural Employment Guarantee Scheme
DAgricultural Modernization Scheme
Correct Answer: A. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
Explanation:
The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is a national scheme implemented in Bihar to provide skill development training to rural and urban youth to enhance their employability.
The water supply coverage in Bihar's urban areas faces challenges primarily due to:
AAbundant water resources
BLack of infrastructure and groundwater contamination
CExcessive rainfall
DGovernment indifference
Correct Answer: B. Lack of infrastructure and groundwater contamination
Explanation:
Bihar's urban water supply faces challenges due to inadequate infrastructure development and contamination of groundwater sources, including arsenic contamination in certain regions.
