Bihar Police — Set 8

Correct Answer: B. Kanwar Lake

Kanwar Lake, located in Begusarai, is the only Ramsar site in Bihar. It is Asia's largest freshwater oxbow lake. It was designated as a wetland of international importance in 2020.

Correct Answer: C. Kunwar Singh

Babu Kunwar Singh was the prominent leader of the 1857 rebellion in Bihar. He belonged to a royal Ujjainiya Rajput house of Jagdispur. Despite his old age, he fought bravely against the British forces.

Correct Answer: B. 100°C

The boiling point of pure water at standard atmospheric pressure (1 atm) is 100 degrees Celsius (212°F). At this temperature, liquid water converts into water vapor or steam. The boiling point decreases with lower atmospheric pressure, which is why water boils at lower temperatures at high altitudes. Above this temperature, water exists only as a gas.

Correct Answer: A. Darbhanga

Darbhanga and Madhubani districts are the leading producers of Makhana in Bihar. Bihar accounts for over 80% of India's total Makhana production. It has recently received a GI Tag to promote its unique identity.

Correct Answer: C. Indira Gandhi

Indira Gandhi served as the first and, to date, the only female Prime Minister of India. She was the daughter of India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. She was famously known as the 'Iron Lady of India'.

Correct Answer: B. Jute

Jute is called the golden fibre because of its shiny golden color and high value. It is a natural vegetable fiber used to make sacks and mats. Bihar is one of the top producers of jute in India.

Correct Answer: B. Bodh Gaya

The Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Bodh Gaya. It marks the exact location where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The temple complex contains the holy Bodhi tree.

Correct Answer: B. 37°C

The normal body temperature of a healthy human adult is 37 degrees Celsius (98.6°F). This temperature is maintained by the body's thermoregulatory system. A temperature above 37.5°C is generally considered a fever. The hypothalamus in the brain acts as the body's thermostat to regulate this temperature.

Correct Answer: C. Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is called the Sugar Bowl of India because it is the largest producer of sugarcane. The state has numerous sugar mills spread across its fertile plains. Sugarcane is a major cash crop for Indian farmers.

Correct Answer: B. Mahatma Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi launched his first Satyagraha in India from Champaran, Bihar. It was organized to protest against the forced cultivation of indigo by British planters. This movement established Gandhi as a major national leader.

Correct Answer: B. Carbon Dioxide

Carbon dioxide is used in fire extinguishers because it is heavier than oxygen and displaces it. It cuts off the supply of oxygen to the fire, causing it to go out. It does not support combustion and is safe for electrical fires.

Correct Answer: B. Patna

Patna is the capital and largest city of the state of Bihar. It was known as Pataliputra in ancient times and served as a center of power. It is situated on the southern bank of the river Ganga.

Correct Answer: B. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore wrote the national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' originally in Bengali. He was the first Indian to win a Nobel Prize in Literature. The song was officially adopted as the national anthem in 1950.

Correct Answer: A. Sheohar

Sheohar is the smallest district in Bihar by land area. It was carved out of the Sitamarhi district in 1994. Despite its small size, it has a high population density.

Correct Answer: B. Ascorbic Acid

The chemical name for Vitamin C is Ascorbic Acid. It is found in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. Deficiency of Vitamin C leads to a disease called scurvy.

Correct Answer: A. Nathu La

Nathu La is a mountain pass in the Himalayas that connects Sikkim with Tibet. It was a part of the ancient Silk Road. It is one of the open trading border posts between India and China.

Correct Answer: B. Ashoka

The Kalinga War was fought by the Maurya Emperor Ashoka in 261 BC. The heavy casualties in the war moved him deeply, leading him to adopt Buddhism. This event turned him from a conqueror to a peaceful ruler.

Correct Answer: B. 3

Bihar shares its borders with 3 Indian states: Uttar Pradesh to the west, Jharkhand to the south, and West Bengal to the east. In addition, Bihar shares an international border with Nepal to the north. Bihar is a landlocked state located in eastern India. The state covers an area of about 94,163 sq km.

Correct Answer: C. Kidney

The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products and excess water from the blood. This waste is then converted into urine and excreted from the body. Humans usually have two kidneys located in the lower back.

Correct Answer: B. Sutlej

The Bhakra Nangal Dam is a huge concrete gravity dam built across the Sutlej River. It is located in the northern states of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. It is one of the highest gravity dams in the world.

Correct Answer: C. Camel

The camel is called the ship of the desert because it can travel long distances across sand. It has specialized feet and can survive without water for many days. Camels are essential for transport in dry regions like Rajasthan.

Correct Answer: B. Bimbisara

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

Correct Answer: B. Ammeter

An ammeter is a measuring instrument used to measure the current in a circuit. It is always connected in series with the circuit being measured. The unit of electric current is the Ampere.

Correct Answer: C. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is known as the Missile Man of India for his work on ballistic missiles. He also served as the 11th President of India. He played a key role in India's nuclear test at Pokhran.

Correct Answer: B. Kaimur

Mundeshwari Devi Temple is located in the Kaimur district of Bihar. It is considered one of the oldest functional Hindu temples in the world. It is built in the Nagara style of architecture.

Correct Answer: C. Mercury

Mercury is the smallest and innermost planet in our solar system. It orbits the Sun faster than any other planet. It has no atmosphere to trap heat, so it has extreme temperatures.

Correct Answer: B. Bachendri Pal

Bachendri Pal became the first Indian woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1984. She was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India. Her achievement inspired many women to pursue mountaineering.

Correct Answer: B. Assam

Assam is often called the Tea Garden of India because it is the largest tea-growing region. The state produces more than half of India's total tea. Tea from Assam is famous for its strong and brisk flavor.

Correct Answer: A. Vitamin A

Night blindness is caused by a lack of Vitamin A in the daily diet. This vitamin is essential for maintaining healthy vision and the immune system. Carrots and green leafy vegetables are rich sources of Vitamin A.

Correct Answer: B. C. Rajagopalachari

C. Rajagopalachari, popularly known as Rajaji, was the first and last Indian Governor-General. He took over the office from Lord Mountbatten in 1948. He was also a recipient of the Bharat Ratna award.

Correct Answer: B. Kanwar Lake

Kanwar Lake is a famous bird sanctuary and oxbow lake in Begusarai. It attracts many migratory birds during the winter season. It is an important ecological site for the state of Bihar.

Correct Answer: C. 6 years

Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a fixed term of six years. One-third of the members retire every two years to ensure continuity. The Rajya Sabha itself is a permanent house and cannot be dissolved.

Correct Answer: B. Stratosphere

The ozone layer, which absorbs most of the Sun's ultraviolet radiation, is located in the Stratosphere. It acts as a shield protecting life on Earth from skin cancer and other health issues. Ozone is a molecule made of three oxygen atoms.

Correct Answer: C. Gopala

Gopala was the first ruler and founder of the Pala Empire in the 8th century. He was elected by the people to end the state of anarchy in Bengal and Bihar. The Palas were great patrons of Mahayana Buddhism.

Correct Answer: B. Acetylene (Ethyne)

Acetylene gas, produced from calcium carbide, is commonly used to ripen fruits like mangoes and bananas. However, its use is restricted due to health concerns. Ethylene is the natural plant hormone responsible for ripening.

Correct Answer: B. Bharat Ratna

Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honor awarded for exceptional service to the nation. It was instituted in 1954 and is given in various fields like art, literature, and science. The award is shaped like a Pipal leaf.

Correct Answer: B. Phalgu

The Phalgu river is a sacred river that flows past the city of Gaya. It is famous for the 'Pinda Daan' ritual performed by Hindus for their ancestors. A rubber dam has recently been built on this river for water conservation.

Correct Answer: C. Canberra

Canberra is the capital city of Australia, located in the Australian Capital Territory. It was chosen as the capital in 1908 as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne. It is a planned city with many gardens and parks.

Correct Answer: C. Mercury

Mercury is the only metal that remains in a liquid state at room temperature. It has a high density and is used in thermometers to measure temperature. Its chemical symbol is Hg.

Correct Answer: B. Amritsar

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre happened in Amritsar, Punjab, on April 13, 1919. British troops under General Dyer fired upon a peaceful gathering of protesters. This event was a major turning point in India's struggle for freedom.