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41. Who is the current (2024) Chairman of Bihar Human Rights Commission?
[A] Amit Kumar Jain
[B] Shailendra Kumar Singh
[C] Mahesh Kumar Das
[D] Anant Manohar Badar
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Correct Answer: D [Anant Manohar Badar]
Notes:
On September 26, 2023, retired Patna High Court Judge Anant Manohar Badar was selected as the Chairman of the Bihar State Human Rights Commission. The appointment took place in a meeting with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and other political entities present. Justice Ananta Manohar Badar has an extensive legal career, serving at the Bombay High Court and the Patna High Court. The BSHRC was established on January 3, 2000. The chairman of the BSHRC should be a former Chief Justice of a High Court.
42. Who saved Mahatma Gandhi from a poisoning attempt in Motihari in 1917 during the Champaran Satyagraha?
[A] Batak Mian
[B] Rajendra Prasad
[C] Braj Kishore Prasad
[D] Anugrah Narayan Sinha
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Correct Answer: A [Batak Mian]
Notes:
Batak Mian, a cook at Motihari, Bihar, warned about the poisoning attempt on Gandhi in 1917. As a result, Gandhi’s life was saved. Later, Rajendra Prasad honored Batak Mian in 1950 with land and public recognition for his courageous act.
43. Who was appointed as the first Governor of Bihar province after it was separated from Bengal in 1920?
[A] Sir Edward Albert Gait
[B] Satyendra Prasanna Sinha
[C] James David Sifton
[D] Anugrah Narayan Sinha
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Correct Answer: B [Satyendra Prasanna Sinha]
Notes:
In 1920, Satyendra Prasanna Sinha became the first Governor of Bihar. The province, initially part of Bengal, became separate in 1912, and received a Governor after the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms. Sinha was the first Indian to be appointed to this post.
44. Who usurped the Pala throne from Mahipala II in the 11th century?
[A] Gopala IV
[B] Dibya
[C] Rampala
[D] Madana Pala
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Correct Answer: B [Dibya]
Notes:
Dibya, a Kaivarta chief, overthrew Mahipala II and usurped the Pala throne in the 11th century. The Kaivarta Stambha at Dibar Dighi is associated with him. This event marked a significant local rebellion against Pala rule in Bengal.
45. Who is popularly known as the “Birbal of Bihar” from the 13th-14th century?
[A] Gonu Jha
[B] Chanakya
[C] Vidyananda
[D] Harsha Vardhana
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Correct Answer: A [Gonu Jha]
Notes:
Gonu Jha, a 13th-14th century scholar and courtier from Bharwara, Darbhanga, Bihar, served King Hari Singh of Mithila. Famed for wit and intelligence, he is called the “Birbal of Bihar” and is celebrated in Maithili folklore for his cleverness and humor.
46. What was the capital of the ancient Anga Mahajanapada?
[A] Champanagar
[B] Vaishali
[C] Pataliputra
[D] Mithila
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Correct Answer: A [Champanagar]
Notes:
Champanagar, located near Bhagalpur in Bihar, was the capital of Anga Mahajanapada, one of ancient India’s sixteen great kingdoms. It played a significant role in early Vedic history and is referenced in texts like the Mahabharata and Buddhist literature.
47. Which hill in Bihar is famous for its seven healing hot springs known as Saptarshi?
[A] Kaimur Hills
[B] Barabar Hills
[C] Ramshila Hills
[D] Rajgir Hills
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Correct Answer: D [Rajgir Hills]
Notes:
Rajgir Hills in Bihar have the renowned seven hot springs, Saptarshi, believed to possess healing properties. Historically significant, Rajgir was the capital of Magadha, associated with Buddha, Mahavira, and ancient dynasties like Maurya and Gupta. The Brahma Kund springs are especially notable for their curative benefits.
48. In ancient India, particularly in the Magadha region, who were known as the Vratyas?
[A] Wandering ascetics living outside Vedic society
[B] Royal priests of the Magadha kingdom
[C] Merchants and traders in Bihar
[D] Official scribes of ancient Bihar courts
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Correct Answer: A [Wandering ascetics living outside Vedic society]
Notes:
Vratyas were wandering ascetics outside Vedic fold, mainly in Magadha, practicing their own rituals and believed to be a source of non-Vedic traditions.
49. Who founded the Momin Movement in Bihar as a response to the Muslim League’s demand for Pakistan?
[A] Syed Mahmud
[B] Maulana Mazharul Haque
[C] Shah Mohammad Umair
[D] Abdul Qaiyum Ansari
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Correct Answer: D [Abdul Qaiyum Ansari]
Notes:
Abdul Qaiyum Ansari (1905-1973) founded the Momin Movement in Bihar and opposed the Muslim League’s demand for Pakistan. He led the All India Momin Conference, advocated for backward Muslim communities, and served as a minister in Bihar. He is commemorated for his role in India’s integration.
50. Consider the following statements regarding paintings in Bihar:
- Neolithic paintings in Bihar are found at Chirand and Kaimur Hills.
- Bhojpuri paintings have Shiva and Parvati as the main theme.
- Tikuli art developed in the Darbhanga region.
- Patna Kalam is an offshoot of Mughal Paintings.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] 1, 2 and 4
[B] 2, 3 and 4
[C] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[D] 1, 4 only
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2 and 4]
Notes:All statements except Statement 3 are correct. Tikuli art actually developed in the Patna region, not Darbhanga.
- Neolithic paintings are found at Chirand and Kaimur Hills.
- Bhojpuri paintings often depict Shiva and Parvati.
- Patna Kalam, emerging 18th-20th century, is an offshoot of Mughal painting.
Tikuli art is notable for its glass work and is prominent in Patna.
