Bihar Police — Set 16

Correct Answer: B. Hajipur

Hajipur is often referred to as the electronic city because of its industrial area and development. It is the headquarters of the Vaishali district and is famous for its banana trade. The city is also a major railway hub for the East Central Railway.

Correct Answer: A. Bimbisara

Bimbisara founded the Haryanka dynasty and established Rajgir as his capital. He was a contemporary of Lord Buddha and strengthened his kingdom through marriage alliances. He is known as one of the earliest great rulers of Magadha.

Correct Answer: B. Decibel

The decibel is the standard unit used to express the relative intensity or loudness of sounds. Prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can lead to permanent hearing loss. It is named after Alexander Graham Bell.

Correct Answer: D. Tropic of Cancer

The Tropic of Cancer passes through eight Indian states, dividing the country into almost two equal halves. It is located at 23.5 degrees north of the Equator. This line influences the climatic conditions across central India.

Correct Answer: A. 243

The Bihar Legislative Assembly consists of 243 elected members who represent various constituencies. These members are elected by the people through direct voting every five years. The assembly is the lower house of the state legislature.

Correct Answer: C. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his work 'Gitanjali'. He was the first non-European to receive this prestigious international honor. He is also the author of India's national anthem.

Correct Answer: C. Iris

The iris is the pigmented part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering. It surrounds the pupil and determines if a person has blue, brown, or green eyes. It works similarly to the aperture of a camera lens.

Correct Answer: B. Bhagalpur

Vikramshila University was founded by the Pala king Dharmapala in the Bhagalpur district. It was a famous center of learning for Tantric Buddhism in ancient India. It was later destroyed by the invader Bakhtiyar Khilji.

Correct Answer: C. Assam

Assam is the largest tea-producing state in India, accounting for more than half of the total production. The region's hilly terrain and heavy rainfall are ideal for tea plantations. Indian tea is highly valued in the global market.

Correct Answer: B. 18 years

The voting age in India was reduced from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act. This change was implemented in 1989 to encourage youth participation in democracy. Every citizen above this age has a 'Right to Vote'.

Correct Answer: B. Sodium Bicarbonate

Sodium Bicarbonate is commonly used in cooking to make food fluffy and soft. It is a white crystalline powder that reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide gas. It is also used in medicines as an antacid.

Correct Answer: C. Pacific Ocean

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest of the world's five oceans. It covers about one-third of the Earth's total surface area. The deepest point on Earth, the Mariana Trench, is located here.

Correct Answer: B. 1914

World War I started in July 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. It lasted for four years and involved major global powers divided into two alliances. The war officially ended in November 1918.

Correct Answer: A. Nawada

Kakolat is a beautiful natural waterfall situated in the Nawada district. It is a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer and the Chaitra Sankranti festival. Legend says a king was turned into a python here.

Correct Answer: C. Argon

Argon is an inert gas used in bulbs to prolong the life of the tungsten filament. It prevents the filament from burning out quickly by inhibiting its evaporation. Nitrogen is also sometimes used for the same purpose.

Correct Answer: B. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee wrote Vande Mataram in his famous novel 'Anandamath'. It served as a major source of inspiration for revolutionaries during the freedom struggle. It was adopted as the national song of India in 1950.

Correct Answer: C. Kumargupta I

Kumargupta I of the Gupta dynasty established this world-renowned ancient university in Bihar. It attracted students and scholars from all over Asia for centuries. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Correct Answer: B. Femur

The femur, also known as the thigh bone, is the longest and strongest bone in humans. It supports the weight of the body and allows for movement of the legs. The smallest bone is the stapes located in the ear.

Correct Answer: C. Delhi

The Red Fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in old Delhi using red sandstone. It served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years. Every year, the Prime Minister hoists the national flag here on Independence Day.

Correct Answer: B. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Sardar Patel earned this title for his decisive role in integrating 562 princely states into the Indian Union. He was the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of independent India. The Statue of Unity was built in his honor.

Correct Answer: B. Rohtas

Rohtas district recorded the highest literacy rate in Bihar at approximately 73%. This district has consistently shown better educational progress compared to others in the state. Sasaram is the administrative headquarters of Rohtas.

Correct Answer: B. Automated Teller Machine

Automated Teller Machine is an electronic device that allows customers to perform banking transactions without a teller. It provides services like cash withdrawal, balance inquiry, and mini statements. It was first introduced globally in the late 1960s.

Correct Answer: C. Convex Mirror

Convex mirrors are used because they provide a wider field of view and form upright, diminished images. This helps drivers see a large area of traffic behind them clearly. They are also called diverging mirrors.

Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand

Hundru Falls is one of the most famous waterfalls in Jharkhand, created by the Subarnarekha River. It is a major tourist attraction located near the city of Ranchi. Jharkhand was part of Bihar until the year 2000.

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 from Sindh. He later served as the second Governor of Assam.

Correct Answer: C. Earth

Earth is called the Blue Planet because nearly 71% of its surface is covered by water. This water reflects blue light, giving the planet its characteristic color when seen from space. It is the only known planet to support life.

Correct Answer: C. Mercury

Mercury is the only metal that remains in a liquid state at standard room temperature. It is widely used in thermometers and barometers because of its high density and expansion properties. It is also known as 'quicksilver'.

Correct Answer: B. Patna

This historic mosque was built by Sher Shah Suri in Patna to commemorate his reign. It features Afghan architectural styles and is a significant landmark in the old city area. Sher Shah also developed the Grand Trunk Road.

Correct Answer: C. 7

A rainbow consists of 7 colors: Violet, Indigo, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red (VIBGYOR). These 7 colors are produced by the dispersion of white sunlight through water droplets in the atmosphere. The phenomenon of a rainbow is due to the refraction, dispersion, and reflection of sunlight. The 7 colors in a rainbow are always seen in the same fixed order.

Correct Answer: B. Rakesh Sharma

Rakesh Sharma flew aboard the Soviet Soyuz T-11 mission in 1984. He was a pilot in the Indian Air Force before becoming an astronaut. He famously described India as 'Sare Jahan Se Achha' from space.

Correct Answer: B. Darbhanga

Darbhanga is a major hub for Makhana cultivation and processing in Bihar. The state produces about 90% of the world's total Makhana supply. It is considered a superfood due to its high nutritional value.

Correct Answer: C. Tokyo

Tokyo is the capital and the most populous city of Japan. It is a global center for technology, finance, and culture. The city successfully hosted the Summer Olympics in 1964 and 2021.

Correct Answer: D. O-

O negative (O-) is known as the 'Universal Donor' because its red blood cells lack A, B, and Rh antigens. O- blood can be safely given to patients of any blood group (A, B, AB, or O), making it invaluable in emergencies. The universal donor property of O- is why hospitals always maintain a supply of O- blood for emergency transfusions. About 7% of people have O- blood group, the universal donor type.

Correct Answer: C. Bodh Gaya

The Mahabodhi Temple marks the spot where Buddha attained enlightenment. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major destination for international Buddhist pilgrims. The original structure was built by Emperor Ashoka.

Correct Answer: C. Hubballi

Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi station in Karnataka now holds the record for the world's longest railway platform. It surpassed Gorakhpur with a length of 1,507 meters. The platform was inaugurated by the Prime Minister in 2023.

Correct Answer: D. Ampere

The Ampere is the base unit of electric current in the International System of Units. It is measured using an instrument called an ammeter. One ampere is equal to one coulomb of charge passing through a point per second.

Correct Answer: B. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 to promote social and religious reforms. He is known as the 'Father of Modern India' for his efforts to end Sati and child marriage. He advocated for Western education and rational thinking.

Correct Answer: C. Godavari

The Godavari is the second-longest river in India after the Ganga. It is called Dakshin Ganga due to its size and religious importance in southern India. It originates in Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra, and flows into the Bay of Bengal.

Correct Answer: C. 11

There are currently 11 Fundamental Duties listed in Article 51A of the Constitution. Initially, only 10 were added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976. The 11th duty regarding education was added by the 86th Amendment in 2002.

Correct Answer: B. Kaimur

Telhar Waterfall is a scenic spot located on the Rohtas plateau in the Kaimur district. It is famous for its natural beauty and a nearby ancient fort. The waterfall falls from a significant height into a deep pool.