Bihar Police — Set 14

Correct Answer: C. West Champaran

West Champaran is the largest district in Bihar by land area. It covers approximately 5,228 square kilometers. The district is also home to the state's only tiger reserve.

Correct Answer: B. Rabri Devi

Rabri Devi became the first woman to serve as the Chief Minister of Bihar in 1997. She served multiple terms as the head of the state government. She is the wife of former Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Correct Answer: B. Methane

Methane is the primary component of biogas, usually making up 50-75% of it. It is produced through the anaerobic decomposition of organic matter. It is a clean and renewable source of energy.

Correct Answer: B. Sasaram

The tomb of Sher Shah Suri is located in Sasaram in the Rohtas district. It is a beautiful example of Indo-Islamic architecture built in the middle of a lake. Sher Shah Suri was the founder of the Suri Empire.

Correct Answer: C. Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. is the capital city of the United States. It houses the White House and the U.S. Capitol building. The 'D.C.' stands for District of Columbia.

Correct Answer: B. Citric Acid

Citric acid is the natural acid found in lemons and other citrus fruits. It gives these fruits their characteristic sour taste. This acid is also used as a natural preservative.

Correct Answer: B. Jayaprakash Narayan

Jayaprakash Narayan is famously called Loknayak, which means 'Leader of the People'. He led the Total Revolution movement against the Emergency in the 1970s. He was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna.

Correct Answer: B. Goa

Goa is the smallest state in India in terms of geographical area. It is located on the southwestern coast and is famous for its beaches. Panaji is the capital city of Goa.

Correct Answer: B. 5 years

The Governor of a state is appointed for a term of five years. However, the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President. The Governor acts as the constitutional head of the state.

Correct Answer: B. Patna

Patna district has the highest population among all 38 districts of Bihar. It is the political and commercial hub of the state. As per the 2011 census, it is the most densely populated area.

Correct Answer: B. Iris

The iris is the colored part of the eye that adjusts the size of the pupil. By changing the pupil's size, it regulates how much light reaches the retina. This is similar to the aperture of a camera.

Correct Answer: B. Nalanda

Pawapuri is located in the Nalanda district of Bihar. It is a holy site for Jains because Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana here. The famous Jal Mandir is situated in the middle of a pond in Pawapuri.

Correct Answer: C. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. He received this honor for his collection of poems titled 'Gitanjali'. He was the first non-European to win this prestigious award.

Correct Answer: B. Venus

Venus is often called Earth's twin because its size and mass are very similar to Earth. It is the brightest planet in the night sky. It is also the hottest planet in our solar system.

Correct Answer: B. Muzaffarpur

Muzaffarpur is world-famous for its high-quality Shahi Litchi. It is often referred to as the 'Litchi Kingdom'. The Shahi Litchi of Muzaffarpur has also received a GI tag.

Correct Answer: B. 7

Pure water has a pH value of 7, which makes it chemically neutral. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with values below 7 indicating acidity and above 7 indicating alkalinity. A pH of 7 means equal concentrations of hydrogen (H⁺) and hydroxide (OH⁻) ions. Pure water's neutral pH of 7 makes it an important reference point on the pH scale.

Correct Answer: B. Rajgir

The first Buddhist Council was held at Rajgriha (modern Rajgir) shortly after Buddha's death. It was presided over by the monk Mahakasyapa. King Ajatshatru provided the patronage for this council.

Correct Answer: B. Karmanasa

The Karmanasa river forms a significant part of the border between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. It originates in the Kaimur district of Bihar. It eventually joins the Ganga river near Buxar.

Correct Answer: B. Bimbisara

Bimbisara founded the Haryanka Dynasty with its capital at Rajgir. He was a contemporary of Lord Buddha and King Prasenjit. He expanded his kingdom through strategic marriage alliances.

Correct Answer: D. O-

O negative (O-) is known as the 'Universal Donor' blood group because it can be safely transfused to any recipient regardless of blood type. O- red blood cells lack A, B, and Rh antigens, so they do not trigger immune reactions in recipients of any blood group. In emergencies when there is no time to determine blood type, O- blood is used. About 7% of the global population has O- blood, making universal donors relatively rare.

Correct Answer: B. Someshwar Fort

Someshwar Fort is the highest point in Bihar, located in the West Champaran district. It has an altitude of approximately 874 meters. It is part of the Shivalik hill range.

Correct Answer: C. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 in Kolkata. He is known as the 'Father of Modern India'. He worked extensively for the abolition of the Sati system.

Correct Answer: C. Watt

The Watt is the SI unit of power, named after James Watt. One Watt is defined as one joule of work done per second. It measures the rate of energy consumption.

Correct Answer: A. Purnia

Purnia district recorded the lowest literacy rate in Bihar according to the 2011 Census. The literacy rate here was approximately 51.08 percent. Efforts are being made by the government to improve education in this region.

Correct Answer: C. Gujarat

Gujarat has the longest coastline among all Indian states, stretching over 1,600 kilometers. It is located on the western coast of the country. The state has many major ports like Kandla.

Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'The Discovery of India' while he was imprisoned in Ahmednagar Fort. The book provides a detailed history of India from ancient times. Nehru was the first Prime Minister of independent India.

Correct Answer: B. Urdu

Urdu was declared the second official language of Bihar in 1984. Hindi remains the primary official language of the state. Bihar was the first state in India to adopt Urdu as a second official language.

Correct Answer: C. Argon

Argon is an inert gas used to fill electric bulbs to prevent the filament from burning out. It prevents the oxidation of the tungsten filament at high temperatures. Nitrogen is also sometimes used for this purpose.

Correct Answer: B. 1930

The Dandi March, or Salt Satyagraha, was started by Mahatma Gandhi on March 12, 1930. It was a protest against the British salt tax in India. The march covered a distance of 240 miles from Sabarmati to Dandi.

Correct Answer: A. Buxar

Buxar is often called the Gateway of Bihar because of its strategic location near the border of Uttar Pradesh. It is a place of great historical and religious importance. The Battle of Buxar in 1764 was fought here.

Correct Answer: B. Sodium Bicarbonate

The chemical name for baking soda is Sodium Bicarbonate, with the formula NaHCO3. It is commonly used in cooking and as a cleaning agent. It reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide gas.

Correct Answer: A. Jairamdas Daulatram

Jairamdas Daulatram served as the first Governor of Bihar from 1947 to 1948. He was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement. The Governor is the formal head of the state executive.

Correct Answer: A. Crust

The crust is the outermost and thinnest layer of the Earth. Its thickness varies from about 5 km under oceans to 70 km under continents. We live on this thin layer of rock.

Correct Answer: B. Prime Minister

The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of NITI Aayog. NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission in 2015. It is the premier policy think tank of the Government of India.

Correct Answer: B. Nalanda

Nalanda is called the Knowledge City because it was home to the world-famous Nalanda University in ancient times. It attracted scholars from all over Asia for centuries. Today, it remains an important historical and educational site.

Correct Answer: B. Sun

The Sun is the primary source of energy for all life forms on Earth. It provides heat and light necessary for photosynthesis in plants. Without the Sun, Earth would be a frozen, lifeless planet.

Correct Answer: C. West Bengal

West Bengal is the largest producer of rice in India due to its favorable climate and soil. Rice is the staple food for a large part of the Indian population. The state produces multiple crops of rice in a year.

Correct Answer: B. Article 14

Article 14 of the Indian Constitution ensures equality before the law for all citizens. It prevents the state from discriminating against any person based on religion, race, or caste. It is one of the key Fundamental Rights.

Correct Answer: C. NH 44

NH 44 is the longest national highway in India, running from Srinagar to Kanyakumari. It covers a distance of over 3,700 kilometers. It was previously known as NH 7 in some segments.

Correct Answer: B. Isaac Newton

Sir Isaac Newton formulated the Universal Law of Gravitation in 1687. This law explains how every mass in the universe attracts every other mass. He is also famous for his three laws of motion.