States PCS: Bihar GK for BPSC and other Bihar PCS Exams
For all Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exams including 67th-70th CCE, CDPO, Assistant Audit Officer, Lecturer, and other recruitment exams of Bihar.
31. Which of the following is a GI protected agricultural product of Magadha region of Bihar?
[A] Shahi Litchi
[B] Zardalu
[C] Magahi Paan
[D] Malihabadi Mango
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Correct Answer: C [Magahi Paan ]
Notes:
Magahi paan is an expensive variety of betel which is grown in Magadha region of Bihar, comprising Gaya, Nalanda, Nawada and Aurangabad districts. It’s non-fibrous, sweeter, tastier and the softest of the lot. It was most favoured paan leaf among the nobility of Lucknow and Bengal in the 18th and 19th centuries and is today one of agricultural products from Bihar with a GI tag.
32. Which tribe worship marang buru and sing bonga or dharma debta (the Sun God) as their supreme deities?
[A] Bhumij
[B] Munda
[C] Baiga
[D] Chero
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Correct Answer: A [Bhumij]
Notes:
The tribe professes their autonomous animistic tribal religion which has certain elements of Hinduism. They worship marang buru and sing bonga or dharma debta (the Sun God) as their supreme deities. They have the religious institution of village sacred grove (jahirthan) where their village deities are worshipped. They also have the cult of ancestor worship.
33. “Sumangali” is sung during which social event?
[A] Marriage
[B] Child Birth
[C] Sowing
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Marriage]
Notes:
The marriage ceremony holds an important place among the ceremonies prescribed by both shastras and folklore. The ceremony lasting for several days is important for folk-songs. Sumangali is a type of song which is sung by womenfolk of younger and older generation to bless the newly wed.
34. Consider the following:
- Lagani Raag – Vidyapati
- Phaag Raag – Navalkishore
- Nachari Raag – Kamla Devi
Select the correct one from the given option:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 3
[C] Only 1 and 2
[D] Only 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Nachari Raag has been composed by Poet Vidyapati. It is composed to praise Lord Shiva.
Phaag Raag has been composed by Navalkishore Singh, these are the holi songs.
Lagani Raag has been composed by Poet Vidyapati, these are the marriage songs.
35. Which of the following handicraft products of Bihar has GI Tags?
- Madhubani Paintings
- Applique (Khatwa) Work
- Sujini Embroidery Work
- Sikki Grass Products
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2,3, and 4
[C] Only 1, 2 and 3
[D] All 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: D [All 1, 2, 3 and 4]
Notes:
Handicraft products of Bihar with GI tag:
1) Madhubani Paintings
2) Applique (Khatwa) Work
3) Sujini Embroidery Work
4) Sikki Grass Products
36. Who founded the Vikramshila University?
[A] Devapala
[B] Dharampala
[C] Kumargupta
[D] Samudragupta
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Correct Answer: B [Dharampala]
Notes:
It was founded by Pala King Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century. It is located at Antichak village, Bhagalpur, Bihar.
37. Which organisation signed MoU with Government of Bihar to implement the mid-day meal scheme in government schools?
[A] UNICEF
[B] Akshaya Patra Foundation
[C] WHO
[D] UNWFP
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Correct Answer: B [Akshaya Patra Foundation]
Notes:
Bihar Education Department and Bengaluru-based Akshaya Patra Foundation signed MoU on December 8, 2021 to implement “Mid-day Meal Scheme” in Bihar. Under this deal; Akshaya Patra Foundation will serve hot, fresh and nutritious midday meals to more than 38,000 children studying in classes I to VIII across 204 schools in Patna.
38. Who became the first woman general manager of East Central Railway zone?
[A] Anjali Verma
[B] Anjali Goyal
[C] Sunita Goyal
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Anjali Goyal]
Notes:
The Ministry of Railways gave an additional charge of general manager of East Central Railway (ECR) to Anjali Goyal, following the retirement of Lalit Chandra Trivedi. She is the GM of Banaras Rail locomotive factory. She is a 1985 -batch Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Lady Shri Ram College in Delhi.
39. World Bhojpuri Day is celebrated on the occasion of?
[A] Birth anniversary of Sant Kabirdas
[B] Birth anniversary of Mahavira
[C] No moon day of Jyeshtha month
[D] Full moon day of kartik month
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Correct Answer: A [Birth anniversary of Sant Kabirdas ]
Notes:
World Bhojpuri Day is celebrated on the full moon day of Jyeshtha month, every year. It also marks the occasion of birth anniversary of Sant Kabirdas. In 2021, this day was celebrated on June 24.
40. Which of the following Panchavati saplings will be planted on the banks of River Ganges in Bihar?
1. Peepal
2. Neem
3. Mango
4. Pakar
5. Gular
[A] 1, 2, & 3
[B] 2, 3, & 4
[C] 4, 5 & 6
[D] 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3, 4, & 5]
Notes:
In line with the Amrit Mahotsav, Bihar Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department has decided to plant Panchavati saplings on the banks of the River Ganga and ghats. Peepal, Mango, Neem, Gular, and Pakad are the plants of Panchavati.
