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Q.231 Medium
The Mahavira, founder of Jainism, spent his final years in which city of Bihar?
APatna
BGaya
CPawapuri
DBodh Gaya
Correct Answer:  C. Pawapuri
Explanation:

Mahavira spent his final years in Pawapuri (also spelled Pava) in Bihar, where he attained Nirvana. Pawapuri is an important pilgrimage site for Jains and contains the Samosaran temple marking the spot of his enlightenment.

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Q.232 Easy
In a survey of 500 farmers in Bihar, 320 farmers use traditional farming methods while 180 use modern techniques. What is the percentage of farmers using modern farming techniques?
A32%
B36%
C40%
D44%
Correct Answer:  B. 36%
Explanation:

Farmers using modern techniques = 180. Total farmers = 500. Percentage = (180 ÷ 500) × 100 = 0.36 × 100 = 36%.

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Q.233 Medium
The Nalanda University, located in Bihar, was destroyed during the reign of which Turkish invader?
AMuhammad of Ghori
BBakhtiyar Khilji
CIbrahim Lodi
DTimur
Correct Answer:  B. Bakhtiyar Khilji
Explanation:

Nalanda University was destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khilji (also spelled Bakhtiar Khilji) in the late 12th century. This marked the end of one of the world's oldest residential universities.

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Q.234 Easy
Which river is the primary tributary of the Ganga in Bihar?
AYamuna
BKosi
CSutlej
DBrahmaputra
Correct Answer:  B. Kosi
Explanation:

The Kosi River is a major tributary of the Ganga that flows through Bihar. It is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating floods.

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Q.235 Medium
The ancient seat of learning Takshashila was located in the region of modern-day:
ABihar
BPunjab
CPakistan (Rawalpindi)
DAfghanistan
Correct Answer:  C. Pakistan (Rawalpindi)
Explanation:

Takshashila was located in modern-day Pakistan, not Bihar. However, it was an important center that influenced Indian education. Nalanda in Bihar was Bihar's premier ancient university.

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Q.236 Medium
Which Mughal emperor established the province of Bihar?
AAkbar
BBabur
CAurangzeb
DShah Jahan
Correct Answer:  A. Akbar
Explanation:

Emperor Akbar established Bihar as one of the subas (provinces) of the Mughal Empire. It was an important administrative division during his reign.

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Q.237 Hard
The Battle of Buxar (1764) was fought between the British East India Company and the combined forces of which rulers?
AMir Jafar and Siraj-ud-Daulah
BMir Qasim, Shuja-ud-Daulah, and Mir Jafar
CTipu Sultan and Hyder Ali
DRanjit Singh and Afghan rulers
Correct Answer:  B. Mir Qasim, Shuja-ud-Daulah, and Mir Jafar
Explanation:

The Battle of Buxar in Bihar saw the British defeat the combined forces of Mir Qasim (Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daulah (Awadh), and Mir Jafar. This established British supremacy in eastern India.

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Q.238 Easy
Which district in Bihar is known for silk production?
AMadhubani
BBhagalpur
CMuzaffarpur
DDarbhanga
Correct Answer:  B. Bhagalpur
Explanation:

Bhagalpur is famous for its silk industry and is known as the 'Silk City of India.' It has a long tradition of silk weaving and production.

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Q.239 Easy
The Ashoka Chakra appears in the Indian National Flag. Ashoka was an emperor of which dynasty?
AGupta
BMauryan
CChola
DNanda
Correct Answer:  B. Mauryan
Explanation:

Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty ruled from Pataliputra in Bihar. He spread Buddhism across Asia and left edicts carved on pillars throughout his empire.

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Q.240 Easy
Which art form is traditionally associated with Madhubani district in Bihar?
AChhau dance
BMadhubani painting
CKathak dance
DOdissi dance
Correct Answer:  B. Madhubani painting
Explanation:

Madhubani painting is a traditional folk art form originating from Madhubani district. It features intricate designs and vibrant colors, depicting mythological themes.

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