Q11. Which famous archaeological site in Bihar is associated with the Mauryan Empire?
a) Kumhrar
b) Nalanda
c) Vikramshila
d) Vaishali
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Correct Answer: a) Kumhrar
Explanation: Kumhrar is an important archaeological site located in Patna, Bihar. It is associated with the Mauryan Empire and is believed to be the site of the ancient Pataliputra’s royal palace. Excavations at Kumhrar have revealed the remains of the 80-pillared hall, which is thought to be the assembly hall of the Mauryan court.
Q12. Which river forms a natural boundary between Bihar and Jharkhand?
a) Ganga
b) Son
c) Kosi
d) Gandak
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Correct Answer: b) Son
Explanation: The Son River forms a natural boundary between Bihar and Jharkhand for a significant portion of its course. It is an important tributary of the Ganges and plays a crucial role in the irrigation and agriculture of both states. The Son River is also known for its rich mineral deposits along its banks.
Q13. Which famous Sufi saint’s tomb is located in Bihar?
a) Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
b) Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya
c) Makhdoom Yahya Maneri
d) Baba Farid
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Correct Answer: c) Makhdoom Yahya Maneri
Explanation: The tomb of Makhdoom Yahya Maneri, a renowned Sufi saint, is located in Bihar Sharif, Bihar. Known as Bari Dargah, it is an important pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Hindus. Makhdoom Yahya Maneri was a 14th-century Sufi saint who played a significant role in spreading Islamic teachings in Bihar.
Q14. Which famous revolt against British rule started in Bihar in 1857?
a) Santhal Rebellion
b) Champaran Satyagraha
c) Quit India Movement
d) Sepoy Mutiny
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Correct Answer: d) Sepoy Mutiny
Explanation: The Sepoy Mutiny, also known as the Indian Rebellion of 1857, started in Bihar and other parts of North India. It was a significant uprising against British rule in India. In Bihar, the revolt was particularly intense in areas like Arrah, Jagdishpur, and Sasaram, with local leaders like Kunwar Singh playing a prominent role.
Q15. Which famous Mauryan emperor was born in Pataliputra (modern-day Patna)?
a) Chandragupta Maurya
b) Ashoka the Great
c) Bindusara
d) Brihadratha
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Correct Answer: b) Ashoka the Great
Explanation: Ashoka the Great, one of the most famous emperors of the Mauryan dynasty, was born in Pataliputra (modern-day Patna) around 304 BCE. He ruled over most of the Indian subcontinent and is known for his conversion to Buddhism and his efforts to spread the religion. Ashoka’s edicts, found across India, provide valuable historical information about his reign.
Q16. Which famous freedom fighter and socialist leader from Bihar is known as “Bihar Kesari”?
a) Rajendra Prasad
b) Jagjivan Ram
c) Sri Krishna Singh
d) Anugrah Narayan Sinha
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Correct Answer: c) Sri Krishna Singh
Explanation: Sri Krishna Singh, popularly known as “Bihar Kesari” (Lion of Bihar), was a prominent freedom fighter and the first Chief Minister of Bihar. He played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and in shaping post-independence Bihar. Singh served as the Chief Minister of Bihar from 1946 to 1961 and was known for his administrative skills and social reforms.
Q17. Which famous Ganges tributary is known as “Burhi Gandak” in Bihar?
a) Kosi
b) Sone
c) Gandak
d) Ghaghra
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Correct Answer: c) Gandak
Explanation: The Gandak River, also known as Narayani in Nepal, is called “Burhi Gandak” (Old Gandak) in Bihar. It is an important tributary of the Ganges and plays a crucial role in the agriculture and ecology of North Bihar. The river originates in Nepal and flows through Bihar before joining the Ganges near Patna.
Q18. Which famous Jain pilgrimage site is located in Bihar?
a) Pawapuri
b) Palitana
c) Shravanabelagola
d) Ranakpur
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Correct Answer: a) Pawapuri
Explanation: Pawapuri, also known as Apapuri, is a famous Jain pilgrimage site located in Nalanda district of Bihar. It is believed to be the place where Lord Mahavira, the last Tirthankara of Jainism, attained Nirvana. The main attraction at Pawapuri is the Jal Mandir, a beautiful marble temple situated in the middle of a lotus-filled tank.
Q19. Which famous Indian mathematician and astronomer from the Gupta period was born in Pataliputra (modern-day Patna)?
a) Brahmagupta
b) Aryabhata
c) Varahamihira
d) Bhaskara I
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Correct Answer: b) Aryabhata
Explanation: Aryabhata, one of the most famous Indian mathematicians and astronomers, was born in Pataliputra (modern-day Patna) around 476 CE. He made significant contributions to mathematics and astronomy, including the approximation of pi, the concept of zero, and the heliocentric model of the solar system. His work, Aryabhatiya, is a seminal text in Indian mathematics.
Q20. Which famous Mauryan emperor’s rock edicts are found in Champaran, Bihar?
a) Chandragupta Maurya
b) Bindusara
c) Ashoka
d) Dasharatha
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Correct Answer: c) Ashoka
Explanation: The rock edicts of Emperor Ashoka are found in Champaran, Bihar. These edicts, known as the Lauriya-Areraj and Lauriya-Nandangarh pillars, contain Ashoka’s famous edicts promoting Buddhist principles and moral governance. These pillars are important historical artifacts that provide insights into Ashoka’s reign and the spread of Buddhism in ancient India.