Q21. Which famous Bihari poet is known as the “Shakespeare of Maithili”?
a) Vidyapati
b) Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
c) Baba Nagarjun
d) Phanishwar Nath Renu
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Correct Answer: a) Vidyapati
Explanation: Vidyapati, also known as Maithil Kavi Kokil, is often referred to as the “Shakespeare of Maithili” due to his significant contributions to Maithili literature. He was a 14th-15th century poet and Sanskrit writer who composed numerous love songs and devotional poems. His works have greatly influenced the literature and culture of Bihar and eastern India.
Q22. Which famous Buddhist site in Bihar is known for its Ashoka Pillar with a lion capital?
a) Bodh Gaya
b) Vaishali
c) Nalanda
d) Rajgir
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Correct Answer: b) Vaishali
Explanation: Vaishali, an ancient city in Bihar, is known for its Ashoka Pillar with a lion capital. This pillar, erected by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, is one of the best-preserved examples of Mauryan architecture. Vaishali is also significant in Buddhist history as the place where Buddha preached his last sermon and announced his impending Parinirvana.
Q23. Which famous Bihari freedom fighter and socialist leader is known as “Sher-e-Bihar”?
a) Jayaprakash Narayan
b) Karpoori Thakur
c) Ram Manohar Lohia
d) Anugrah Narayan Sinha
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Correct Answer: a) Jayaprakash Narayan
Explanation: Jayaprakash Narayan, popularly known as JP, is often referred to as “Sher-e-Bihar” (Lion of Bihar). He was a prominent Indian independence activist, theorist, and political leader. JP played a crucial role in the Quit India Movement and later led the Total Revolution movement against corruption in the 1970s, which had a significant impact on Indian politics.
Q24. Which famous Bihari writer won the Jnanpith Award, India’s highest literary honor, in 1980?
a) Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
b) Phanishwar Nath Renu
c) Nagarjun
d) Bhikhari Thakur
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Correct Answer: a) Ramdhari Singh Dinkar
Explanation: Ramdhari Singh Dinkar, often referred to as the “Rashtrakavi” (National Poet), won the Jnanpith Award in 1980. He was a renowned Hindi poet, essayist, and academic known for his patriotic and nationalistic writings. Dinkar’s works, such as “Kurukshetra” and “Rashmirathi,” are considered classics of modern Hindi literature.
Q25. Which famous Bihari leader played a key role in the formation of Bihar as a separate state in 1912?
a) Sachchidananda Sinha
b) Krishna Singh
c) Anugrah Narayan Sinha
d) Braj Kishore Prasad
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Correct Answer: a) Sachchidananda Sinha
Explanation: Sachchidananda Sinha played a crucial role in the formation of Bihar as a separate state in 1912. He was a prominent lawyer, journalist, and politician who advocated for the separation of Bihar from Bengal. His efforts, along with other leaders, led to the creation of Bihar and Orissa Province on March 22, 1912, which is now celebrated as Bihar Diwas.
Q26. Which famous Bihari leader is known as the “Father of Cooperative Movement in India”?
a) Rajendra Prasad
b) Jagjivan Ram
c) Karpoori Thakur
d) Anugrah Narayan Sinha
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Correct Answer: a) Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, is also known as the “Father of Cooperative Movement in India.” He played a significant role in promoting and establishing cooperative societies in Bihar during the early 20th century. His efforts laid the foundation for the cooperative movement in India, which aimed to improve the economic conditions of farmers and rural communities.
Q27. Which famous Bihari scientist is known as the “Father of Indian Paleobotany”?
a) Birbal Sahni
b) Jagadish Chandra Bose
c) Prafulla Chandra Ray
d) Meghnad Saha
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Correct Answer: a) Birbal Sahni
Explanation: Birbal Sahni is recognized as the “Father of Indian Paleobotany” for his pioneering work in the study of fossilized plants in India. He established the Institute of Palaeobotany at Lucknow, which was later renamed the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeobotany in his honor.
Q28. Which city in Bihar is known for the ancient Vikramshila University?
a) Patna
b) Bhagalpur
c) Gaya
d) Muzaffarpur
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Correct Answer: b) Bhagalpur
Explanation: Vikramshila University, an important center of Buddhist learning, was located near Bhagalpur in Bihar. Established by King Dharmapala of the Pala dynasty in the 8th century, it was one of the two most important centers of Buddhist learning in India, the other being Nalanda.
Q29. Which famous Bihari festival is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God?
a) Chhath Puja
b) Diwali
c) Holi
d) Durga Puja
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Correct Answer: a) Chhath Puja
Explanation: Chhath Puja is a significant festival in Bihar dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, Surya, and his sister Chhathi Maiya. It involves rigorous rituals, including fasting, holy bathing, and offering prayers to the setting and rising sun, and is celebrated with great fervor in Bihar and neighboring regions.
Q30. Which district in Bihar is known for the ancient ruins of the Nalanda University?
a) Nalanda
b) Gaya
c) Patna
d) Bhagalpur
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Correct Answer: a) Nalanda
Explanation: The ancient ruins of Nalanda University are located in the Nalanda district of Bihar. Nalanda University was one of the world’s first residential universities and a renowned center of learning from the 5th to the 12th century CE. It attracted scholars from various parts of Asia and beyond.