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Q.41 Easy General Studies II
What is the primary focus of the Mukhyamantri Aawas Yojana in Bihar?
ALand distribution to farmers
BHousing for Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
CCommercial building construction
DIndustrial development zones
Correct Answer:  B. Housing for Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
Explanation:

The Mukhyamantri Aawas Yojana is a state housing scheme aimed at providing affordable housing to Below Poverty Line and economically weaker families in Bihar.

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Q.42 Medium General Studies II
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.

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Q.43 Hard General Studies II
The Nalanda district of Bihar was created by bifurcating which district?
APatna
BSharif
CMadhubani
DMunger
Correct Answer:  B. Sharif
Explanation:

Nalanda district was created in 1972 by bifurcating the then-existing Sharif district. It is named after the famous ancient Nalanda University site.

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Q.44 Medium General Studies II
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.

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Q.45 Easy General Studies II
The literacy rate in Bihar (as per recent census) is approximately:
AAbove 75%
B60-70%
CBelow 60%
DCannot be determined
Correct Answer:  C. Below 60%
Explanation:

Bihar has one of the lowest literacy rates among Indian states, with recent census data showing it below 60%. This indicates significant educational challenges in the state.

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Q.46 Hard General Studies II
Which of the following administrative divisions is NOT a district in Bihar?
AEast Champaran
BWest Champaran
CNorth Champaran
DCentral Champaran
Correct Answer:  D. Central Champaran
Explanation:

Bihar has East Champaran and West Champaran districts, but there is no district called Central Champaran. The state does not use the 'North Champaran' nomenclature for administrative division.

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Q.47 Medium General Studies II
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.

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Q.48 Medium General Studies II
Which organization is responsible for implementing the Mid Day Meal Scheme in Bihar schools?
AState Education Department directly
BDistrict Administration only
CState Education Department with District Administration support
DPrivate NGOs exclusively
Correct Answer:  C. State Education Department with District Administration support
Explanation:

The Mid Day Meal Scheme in Bihar is implemented collaboratively by the State Education Department and District Administrations, with oversight from both state and central government.

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Q.49 Hard General Studies II
The gender ratio improvement initiatives in Bihar have been supported by:
ABeti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme exclusively
BMultiple schemes including BBBP and state-specific programs
COnly educational reforms
DAgricultural policy changes
Correct Answer:  B. Multiple schemes including BBBP and state-specific programs
Explanation:

Bihar has implemented multiple schemes to improve gender ratio, including the national Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme and state-specific initiatives like the Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana and others.

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Q.50 Medium General Studies II
Under which constitutional article is the State Public Service Commission of Bihar established?
AArticle 315
BArticle 320
CArticle 325
DArticle 330
Correct Answer:  A. Article 315
Explanation:

Article 315 of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of Public Service Commissions for the Union and the States. The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is constituted under this article to conduct competitive examinations for recruitment to state civil services.

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