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Q.21 Medium General Studies II
Which of the following is the correct administrative hierarchy in Bihar governance?
AState > Division > District > Block > Panchayat
BState > District > Division > Block > Panchayat
CState > Block > District > Division > Panchayat
DState > Panchayat > Block > District > Division
Correct Answer:  A. State > Division > District > Block > Panchayat
Explanation:

The correct administrative hierarchy in Bihar is: State (governed by Chief Minister) > Division > District (governed by Deputy Commissioner) > Block > Panchayat (gram-level governance).

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Q.22 Medium General Studies II
The Champaran Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi was primarily related to which issue?
ASalt production
BIndigo cultivation and peasant rights
CLand redistribution
DCommunal harmony
Correct Answer:  B. Indigo cultivation and peasant rights
Explanation:

The Champaran Satyagraha (1917) in Bihar was primarily about peasant exploitation by British indigo planters. Gandhi's intervention helped secure justice for peasants forced to grow indigo at exploitative rates.

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Q.23 Medium General Studies II
Which type of forest is predominantly found in southern Bihar?
ATropical rainforest
BTropical deciduous forest
CTemperate forest
DTropical evergreen forest
Correct Answer:  B. Tropical deciduous forest
Explanation:

Southern Bihar, particularly in areas like Gaya and Aurangabad, is characterized by tropical deciduous forests which shed leaves in the dry season.

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Q.24 Medium General Studies II
The Valmiki National Park in Bihar is primarily known for the conservation of which animal?
ABengal Tiger
BIndian Rhinoceros
CAsian Elephant
DWild Water Buffalo
Correct Answer:  D. Wild Water Buffalo
Explanation:

Valmiki National Park, located in West Champaran district, is primarily dedicated to the conservation of wild water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis arnee) along with other species.

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Q.25 Medium General Studies II
Which district in Bihar has the highest literacy rate according to recent census data?
APatna
BEast Champaran
CMadhubani
DAraria
Correct Answer:  A. Patna
Explanation:

Patna district consistently shows one of the highest literacy rates in Bihar, being the state capital with better educational infrastructure and awareness.

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Q.26 Medium General Studies II
The Lok Sabha constituencies in Bihar increased from 40 to how many after the delimitation exercise?
A42
B43
C44
D45
Correct Answer:  A. 42
Explanation:

Following the delimitation exercise based on the 2021 Census, Bihar's Lok Sabha constituencies increased from 40 to 42, reflecting population growth.

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Q.27 Hard General Studies II
Which ancient kingdom had its capital at Pataliputra (modern Patna)?
AMaurya Empire
BGupta Empire
CNanda Dynasty
DAll of the above
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above
Explanation:

Pataliputra served as the capital for multiple powerful dynasties including the Nanda, Maurya, and Gupta empires, making it a major center of power in ancient India.

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Q.28 Hard General Studies II
Bihar's sex ratio (females per 1000 males) is currently closest to:
A850
B900
C920
D950
Correct Answer:  B. 900
Explanation:

According to the 2021 Census, Bihar's sex ratio is approximately 900 females per 1000 males, which is below the national average and indicates gender imbalance.

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Q.29 Hard General Studies II
Under the Gram Panchayat Raj Act in Bihar, the reservation for women in panchayats is:
A25%
B33.33%
C50%
D40%
Correct Answer:  C. 50%
Explanation:

Bihar amended its Gram Panchayat Act to provide 50% reservation for women in local governance bodies, making it more progressive than the national 33.33% norm.

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Q.30 Easy General Studies II
The integrated child development scheme (ICDS) coverage in Bihar aims to benefit children in which age group?
A0-3 years
B3-6 years
C0-6 years
D0-12 years
Correct Answer:  C. 0-6 years
Explanation:

ICDS in Bihar targets children in the 0-6 age group with nutritional support, pre-school education, and health services through anganwadi centers.

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