Bihar Special GK PYQ 91 of 603 · Historical Scenario

In which year was Odisha separated from Bihar?

  1. A1912
  2. B1936
  3. C1956
  4. D2000
  5. ENone of the above / More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (b) 1936

Explanation

By a proclamation issued on 22 March, 1912, a new province named “Bihar and Orissa” was formed by separating it from the Bengal Presidency, and it came into effect on 1 April 1912. 22 March is celebrated as Bihar Day. On 1 April, 1936, Bihar and Orissa were separated, and both came into existence as separate provinces. The Bihar Public Service Commission considered option (d) as the correct answer to this question.

This explanation is carried over from question 90 of this topic, which the book cross-references.

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