The Janata Dal party, which emerged as a major political force, was founded by which prominent Bihari leader?
AAtal Bihari Vajpayee
BJayaprakash Narayan
CLalu Prasad Yadav
DNitish Kumar
Correct Answer: B. Jayaprakash Narayan
Explanation:
Though Jayaprakash Narayan (JP) died before the formal founding of Janata Dal in 1988, his ideals and the JP Movement directly influenced its formation. The party emerged from movements he inspired.
Which Mughal emperor built the Bara Imambara in Patna?
AAkbar
BAurangzeb
CShah Jahan
DJahangir
Correct Answer: B. Aurangzeb
Explanation:
The Bara Imambara in Patna was constructed during the reign of Aurangzeb in the 17th century. It is one of the largest imambaras in India and serves as an important Islamic monument in Bihar.
In which year did Bihar become a separate state from Bengal Presidency?
A1905
B1911
C1920
D1936
Correct Answer: B. 1911
Explanation:
Bihar was established as a separate administrative unit in 1911 when it was separated from Bengal Presidency. This administrative reorganization created the province of Bihar and Orissa.
The Nalanda University, one of the oldest universities in the world, was located in which district of Bihar?
AGaya
BNalanda
CPatna
DMadhubani
Correct Answer: B. Nalanda
Explanation:
Nalanda University was located in Nalanda district of Bihar. It was founded in the 5th century CE and was one of the most prestigious centers of learning in ancient India, attracting scholars from across Asia.
Which freedom fighter led the Bardoli Satyagraha, which had significant impact in Bihar?
AVallabhbhai Patel
BMahatma Gandhi
CSardar Patel
DJawaharlal Nehru
Correct Answer: A. Vallabhbhai Patel
Explanation:
Vallabhbhai Patel led the Bardoli Satyagraha in Gujarat in 1928. Though primarily a Gujarat movement, it inspired similar movements across India including Bihar and strengthened the independence struggle.
Hindi is the official language of Bihar. While several other languages like Maithili, Magahi, and Angika are spoken in different regions of Bihar, Hindi remains the primary official language for administration and education.