Question 1

Who established “Swaraj Dal” in Bihar?

Accepted Answer

Shri Krishna Singh established a branch of 'Swaraj Dal' in Bihar in February 1923. Shri Narayan Prasad was its first president and Abdul Bari its secretary. The party actively participated in the assembly elections held in November 1923, winning 8 seats in the assembly and 10 seats in the council. The Swaraj Party, established nationally by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru in 1923, aimed to participate in the legislative assemblies while continuing the struggle within the government. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 2

During the Salt Satyagraha in Bihar, in addition to making salt, the people chose to oppose the government by opposing which tax?

Accepted Answer

During the Salt Satyagraha in Bihar, besides manufacturing salt, the people opposed the government through non-payment of the Chowkidari tax. The movement began on April 15, 1930, in Saran and Champaran districts and was inaugurated in Patna on April 16, 1930. Volunteers proceeded to Nakhas Pind near Mangle Tank to manufacture salt in violation of British laws. The movement included picketing of liquor and drug shops, refusal to use foreign clothes in Chapra jail, and other civil disobedience actions. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 3

The elected Government of Bihar formed by Shri Krishna Singh resigned in February, 1938 for which reason?

Accepted Answer

The elected Government of Bihar formed by Shri Krishna Singh resigned in February 1938 for the release of political prisoners. The Ministry opposed a circular issued by Chief Secretary Mr. Brett and withdrew it. When the Governor refused to release political prisoners, the Ministry resigned. They resumed office after an agreement was reached. Elections under the Government of India Act, 1935, saw Congress winning 98 of 107 contested seats, forming the Ministry on July 20, 1937. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 4

Who saved the life of Gandhiji in Bihar during Champaran Satyagraha?

Accepted Answer

Batak Mian, a cook from Motihari, Bihar, saved Gandhiji's life during the Champaran Satyagraha. According to 'Champaran ke Swatantatra Senani', Erwin, a British indigo plantation manager, attempted to poison Gandhi by instructing Batak Mian to serve poisoned milk. Batak Mian revealed the plot instead. Dr. Rajendra Prasad witnessed this act. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 5

Who led cultivators in Bihar during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

Accepted Answer

Swami Vidyanand led cultivators in Bihar during the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1919-1920, particularly in the region north of the Ganges. The movement focused on the Darbhanga Raj, the largest zamindari in Bihar. Gandhiji's Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-22) involved teachers and students leaving institutions, lawyers boycotting courts, and the public boycotting foreign goods. Bihar Vidyapeeth and Sadaqat Ashram were important centers of this movement. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 6

In 1940, Patna Women’s College was founded by which of the following societies?

Accepted Answer

Patna Women’s College was founded in 1940 to cater to the educational needs of women in Bihar. Bishop B.J. Sullivan and Mother M. Josephine A., Superior General of the Apostolic Carmel, established the college. The College is run by the Catholic Religious Sisters of the Apostolic Carmel, an indigenous educational body founded in 1870. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 7

Who was the author of Mahatma Gandhi and Bihar, Some Reminiscences?

Accepted Answer

The book 'Mahatma Gandhi and Bihar, Some Reminiscences' was authored by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India (1950-1962), born at Ziradei, Siwan district, Bihar. He became President of the Constituent Assembly on December 11, 1946, and received Bharat Ratna in 1962. His sobriquets include Deshratna and Ajatshatru. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 8

Which is the oldest Church in Bihar?

Accepted Answer

'Padri Ki Haveli', also known as the 'Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary', is the oldest church in Patna, Bihar. The original church was built in 1713 and redesigned by Venetian architect Tirreto in 1772. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 9

Who among the following made an offer to Humayun that he would surrender Bihar and pay an annual tribute of 10 lakh dinars if he was allowed to retain Bengal?

Accepted Answer

Sher Khan (later Sher Shah) made the offer to Humayun. He was the son of Hasan Khan, Jagirdar of Sasaram, and joined Babur’s service in 1527-28. He defeated Mahmud Shah at the Battle of Surajgarh in 1534, later defeated Humayun at Chausa in 1539, assumed the title Sher Shah, and established the Rupia currency. He also built Purana Quila in Delhi and was buried in Sasaram. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

Question 10

The Vikramshila University was established by

Accepted Answer

Vikramshila University was established by Dharmpala, son of Gopala, who also revived Nalanda University. Gopala founded the Pala Empire in 750 AD and established Odantapuri monastery. Devpala, Dharmpala's son, extended the Pala Empire to eastern India, including Assam, Odisha, and Kamarupa. [68TH BPSC PRELIMS EXAM, 2023]

68th Prelims 2023

Who established “Swaraj Dal” in Bihar?

During the Salt Satyagraha in Bihar, in addition to making salt, the people chose to oppose the government by opposing which tax?

The elected Government of Bihar formed by Shri Krishna Singh resigned in February, 1938 for which reason?

Who saved the life of Gandhiji in Bihar during Champaran Satyagraha?

Who led cultivators in Bihar during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

In 1940, Patna Women’s College was founded by which of the following societies?

Who was the author of Mahatma Gandhi and Bihar, Some Reminiscences?

Which is the oldest Church in Bihar?

Who among the following made an offer to Humayun that he would surrender Bihar and pay an annual tribute of 10 lakh dinars if he was allowed to retain Bengal?

The Vikramshila University was established by

Who among the following was the first Governor of Bihar?

Which of the following States of India borders with the maximum number of districts in Bihar?

Phalgu, a sacred river flowing in Bihar, is formed by the confluence of which of the following rivers?

In Bihar, tea gardens were established for the first time in which of the following places?

Choose the correct order of the following districts of Bihar as per the ascending decadal population growth [2001-2011]

Which food industry dominated among the agro-based industries in Bihar?

Which of the following is the last railway station of Bihar in the train route from Bhagalpur towards Mirza Cheuki?

In Bihar, the first sugar mill was set up in which of the following towns?

Which of the following is a major paper-producing center in Bihar?

Which of the following rivers in Bihar flows northwards before joining the Ganga?

Which Gupta ruler assumed the throne after killing his elder brother?

In Bihar during the revolt of 1857, who was the leader of the revolutionaries?

Birsa Munda was caught sleeping on which date?

Aam Aadmi Party is classified as which type of political party?

Generally, how many sessions are there in the Lok Sabha each year?

Which assembly elections area does not fall in Buxar district?

In which year was Gaya district formed?

Which is the main river of Gaya district?

What is the area of Patna district?

How many panchayats are there in Patna district?

What is the population density of Patna district?

How many meters is the length of a meter gauge railway?

How many meters is the length of a narrow gauge railway?

Broad gauge in total railway lines in India is?