Bihar Police — Set 27

Q: Which is the oldest university established in Bihar?

Patna University. Patna University is the oldest and first university established in the state of Bihar. It was founded in the year 1917 during the British colonial period. The university is located on the banks of the sacred river Ganga.

Q: How many administrative divisions are there in Bihar?

9. The state of Bihar is divided into 9 administrative divisions: Patna, Magadh, Nalanda, Bhagalpur, Purnea, Kosi, Darbhanga, Tirhut, and Saran. These 9 divisions are further subdivided into 38 districts. Bihar's administrative structure with 9 divisions helps in effective governance and administration of the state. Each division is headed by a Divisional Commissioner.

Q: Which district of Bihar has the maximum forest cover area?

Kaimur. Kaimur district has the highest total area of forest cover in the state of Bihar. It is located in the southwestern part of the state sharing a border with Uttar Pradesh. The forests here are rich in diverse flora and wild fauna.

Q: Where was Lord Mahavira born?

Kundagram. Lord Mahavira was born in Kundagram which is situated in the modern Vaishali district. He was the twenty-fourth and final spiritual teacher of the Jain religion. His childhood name was Vardhamana before he attained spiritual enlightenment.

Q: Where is the 'Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary' located?

Kaimur. The Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary situated in the Kaimur district. It covers a vast area of the Kaimur hill range and dense forests. Animals like leopards, wild boars, and sloth bears are safely protected here.

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Which is the oldest university established in Bihar?

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Correct Answer: A. Patna University

Patna University is the oldest and first university established in the state of Bihar. It was founded in the year 1917 during the British colonial period. The university is located on the banks of the sacred river Ganga.

How many administrative divisions are there in Bihar?

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Correct Answer: B. 9

The state of Bihar is divided into 9 administrative divisions: Patna, Magadh, Nalanda, Bhagalpur, Purnea, Kosi, Darbhanga, Tirhut, and Saran. These 9 divisions are further subdivided into 38 districts. Bihar's administrative structure with 9 divisions helps in effective governance and administration of the state. Each division is headed by a Divisional Commissioner.

Which district of Bihar has the maximum forest cover area?

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Correct Answer: C. Kaimur

Kaimur district has the highest total area of forest cover in the state of Bihar. It is located in the southwestern part of the state sharing a border with Uttar Pradesh. The forests here are rich in diverse flora and wild fauna.

Where was Lord Mahavira born?

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Correct Answer: D. Kundagram

Lord Mahavira was born in Kundagram which is situated in the modern Vaishali district. He was the twenty-fourth and final spiritual teacher of the Jain religion. His childhood name was Vardhamana before he attained spiritual enlightenment.

Where is the 'Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary' located?

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Correct Answer: A. Kaimur

The Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary situated in the Kaimur district. It covers a vast area of the Kaimur hill range and dense forests. Animals like leopards, wild boars, and sloth bears are safely protected here.

Who is historically known as 'Loknayak' in India?

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Correct Answer: B. Jayaprakash Narayan

Jayaprakash Narayan is famously and respectfully remembered as 'Loknayak' or the people's hero. He was a prominent freedom fighter and political leader hailing from Bihar. He led the massive 'Total Revolution' movement against the central government in 1974.

What was the ancient name of the city of Rajgir?

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Correct Answer: C. Rajgriha

Rajgriha was the ancient historical name of the modern city of Rajgir. It served as the first capital of the powerful Magadha empire. The city is naturally fortified as it is completely surrounded by five rocky hills.

Which is the official state fish of Bihar?

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Correct Answer: D. Desi Mangur

The Desi Mangur was officially declared as the state fish of Bihar in 2008. This indigenous fish is well adapted to survive in shallow and muddy waters. It is highly valued for its high nutritional content and medical benefits.

How many Lok Sabha seats are currently assigned to Bihar?

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Correct Answer: A. 40

There are a total of 40 Lok Sabha constituencies currently assigned to the state of Bihar. This high number makes the state politically very significant in general elections. Members of Parliament are directly elected by the public for these seats.

What is the area-wise rank of Bihar among Indian states?

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Correct Answer: B. 12th

Bihar ranks as the twelfth largest state in India in terms of total geographical area. It covers an approximate area of 94,163 square kilometers in eastern India. The state of Rajasthan holds the first rank for the largest land area.

Which is the longest river bridge located in Bihar?

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Correct Answer: C. Mahatma Gandhi Setu

Mahatma Gandhi Setu is the longest river bridge built entirely in the state of Bihar. It spans over the river Ganga connecting Patna in the south to Hajipur. The bridge is approximately 5.7 kilometers long and vital for regional transportation.

Which district in Bihar receives the lowest average rainfall?

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Correct Answer: D. Aurangabad

Aurangabad receives the lowest average annual rainfall among all the districts of Bihar. It is situated in the drier southern part of the state near the Jharkhand border. Farmers here heavily depend on canal irrigation for growing their agricultural crops.

Where is the famous 'Vishnupad Temple' located in Bihar?

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Correct Answer: A. Gaya

The ancient Vishnupad Temple is a highly sacred Hindu shrine located in Gaya. It is believed to contain the large footprint of Lord Vishnu incised on a solid rock. The temple was beautifully rebuilt by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore.

Which Bihar district shares a border with both Nepal and Uttar Pradesh?

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Correct Answer: B. West Champaran

West Champaran is the only district in Bihar that shares borders with both Nepal and Uttar Pradesh. It occupies the extreme north-western corner of the state's geographical boundary. This district is known for its extensive sugarcane farming and tiger reserve.

Which was the first Hindi newspaper published in Bihar?

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Correct Answer: C. Bihar Bandhu

Bihar Bandhu is historically recognized as the first Hindi newspaper published in the state of Bihar. It was started by Madan Mohan Bhatta from Bihar Sharif in the year 1872. It played a major role in promoting the Hindi language among the masses.

In which year was the First Battle of Panipat fought?

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Correct Answer: D. 1526

The First Battle of Panipat was fiercely fought in the year 1526 in northern India. It was a major conflict between the invading forces of Babur and the Lodi Empire. This decisive battle marked the official beginning of the Mughal Empire in India.

Who was the founder of the 'Brahmo Samaj'?

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Correct Answer: A. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the socio-religious reform movement known as the Brahmo Samaj. He established this historic organization in Calcutta in the year 1828. His greatest achievement was successfully campaigning for the legal abolition of the Sati practice.

Which city was the capital of King Harshavardhana's empire?

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Correct Answer: B. Kannauj

King Harshavardhana established Kannauj as the grand capital of his vast northern empire. He shifted his seat of power from Thanesar to Kannauj to better control northern India. This ancient historic city is located in the present-day state of Uttar Pradesh.

Which Mughal Emperor built the famous Taj Mahal?

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Correct Answer: C. Shah Jahan

The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned the construction of the iconic Taj Mahal. He built this magnificent white marble mausoleum in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is located on the right bank of the Yamuna river in Agra.

Who founded the 'All India Forward Bloc' political party?

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Correct Answer: D. Subhash Chandra Bose

Subhash Chandra Bose founded the All India Forward Bloc as a faction within the Congress. He formed this new political party in the year 1939 after resigning from the Congress presidency. His main goal was to aggressively push for immediate Indian independence.

Who was appointed as the first Viceroy of India?

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Correct Answer: A. Lord Canning

Lord Canning served as the first Viceroy of India under the direct British Crown. His title was upgraded from Governor-General after the historic national revolt of 1857. He implemented several administrative changes when the Crown took direct control of India.

From where did Mahatma Gandhi start the historic 'Dandi March'?

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Correct Answer: B. Sabarmati Ashram

Mahatma Gandhi started the famous Dandi March from his Sabarmati Ashram located in Ahmedabad. He began this historic walking journey with his trusted followers on March 12, 1930. The main purpose was to produce salt from seawater and break the British salt law.

Which is the largest hot desert in the world?

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Correct Answer: C. Sahara

The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert located on the continent of Africa. It covers an extremely massive area across several northern African countries. The environment is extremely dry and receives very little average annual rainfall.

Which is the highest mountain peak located in India?

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Correct Answer: D. Kanchenjunga

Kanchenjunga is officially recognized as the highest mountain peak situated entirely within India. It is located in the Himalayan range strictly on the border of Sikkim and Nepal. It is also the third highest mountain peak in the entire world.

Which river is popularly known as the 'Dakshin Ganga'?

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Correct Answer: A. Godavari

The Godavari river is traditionally and popularly referred to as the Dakshin Ganga. It is the longest river flowing through the southern peninsula of India. The river originates from the Trimbakeshwar hills in the state of Maharashtra.

What is the capital city of Australia?

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Correct Answer: B. Canberra

Canberra is the carefully planned national capital city of the country of Australia. It is situated inland between the two major coastal cities of Sydney and Melbourne. The city is home to the national parliament and many important government institutions.

Which planet is commonly known as the 'Blue Planet'?

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Correct Answer: C. Earth

The Earth is famously called the Blue Planet when viewed from outer space. This beautiful appearance is due to the abundant water covering more than two-thirds of its surface. It remains the only known planet in the universe to support biological life.

Which Indian state has the highest population density as per the 2011 Census?

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Correct Answer: D. Bihar

Bihar holds the record for having the highest population density among all Indian states. This means a very large number of people live per square kilometer of its land area. This data is based on the final reports of the 2011 national census.

National Sports Day in India is celebrated on which date?

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Correct Answer: A. 29 August

National Sports Day in India is celebrated annually on the 29th of August. This special day commemorates the birth anniversary of the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. The President of India distributes prestigious national sports awards on this occasion.

What is the official currency of Japan?

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Correct Answer: B. Yen

The Japanese Yen is the official and widely used currency of Japan. It is recognized as one of the most traded and stable currencies in the global foreign exchange market. The symbol used internationally to represent this currency is '¥'.

Where is the headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) located?

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Correct Answer: C. Bengaluru

The headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation is located in the city of Bengaluru. It operates as the primary national agency for space technology and scientific exploration. The spaceport for launching its rockets is situated separately in Sriharikota.

Who is the author of the famous poetry collection 'Gitanjali'?

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Correct Answer: D. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore was the highly acclaimed author who wrote the poetry collection Gitanjali. He became the first non-European to win the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature for this work. The poems express profound spiritual thoughts and deep devotion to God.

Who was the first woman of Indian origin to travel into space?

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Correct Answer: A. Kalpana Chawla

Kalpana Chawla was the first woman of Indian origin to ever travel into outer space. She flew as a mission specialist aboard the American Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997. Tragically, she lost her life when the same shuttle disintegrated during re-entry in 2003.

What is the chemical formula for Ozone gas?

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Correct Answer: B. O3

The chemical formula for the ozone gas molecule is written as O3 in science. It is composed of exactly three individual oxygen atoms bonded securely together. A layer of this gas protects our planet from the harmful ultraviolet rays of the Sun.

Which is the hardest naturally occurring substance on Earth?

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Correct Answer: C. Diamond

Diamond is scientifically recognized as the hardest naturally occurring substance found on Earth. It is a solid form of pure carbon where atoms are arranged in a rigid crystal structure. Because of its extreme physical hardness, it is widely used for industrial cutting tools.

Which of the following is a major greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?

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Correct Answer: D. Carbon Dioxide

Carbon Dioxide is a major greenhouse gas responsible for the rapid warming of the Earth. It absorbs and heavily traps the heat radiating from the surface of the planet. Activities like burning fossil fuels release massive amounts of this gas into the air.

Which is the longest bone in the human body?

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Correct Answer: A. Femur

The femur is the longest and thickest bone found in the human skeletal system. It is commonly known as the thigh bone and safely supports the weight of the upper body. This extremely strong bone connects the hip joint directly to the knee joint.

What is the standard unit used for measuring the intensity of sound?

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Correct Answer: B. Decibel

The decibel is the standard scientific unit used for measuring the intensity of sound. It helps us accurately determine how loud or soft a particular noise is to human ears. Prolonged exposure to sounds above eighty-five decibels can cause permanent hearing damage.

What is the minimum age required to become the Prime Minister of India?

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Correct Answer: C. 25 years

A person must be at least 25 years old to become the Prime Minister of India. This is because they must be legally qualified to become a member of the Lok Sabha. However, if they are a Rajya Sabha member, the minimum age required is 30 years.

Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?

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Correct Answer: D. President

The President of India holds the ultimate constitutional power to appoint the Chief Justice. This important judicial appointment is made strictly according to the provisions of the Indian Constitution. The outgoing Chief Justice traditionally recommends the name of the senior-most judge as their successor.