Bihar Special GK PYQ 197 of 603 · Political Scenario

In which year was the first sitting of the Bihar Legislative Council convened?

  1. A1911
  2. B1913
  3. C1914
  4. D1919
  5. ENone of the above / More than one of the above

67th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2022

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Correct answer: (b) 1913

Explanation

The first meeting of the Bihar Legislative Council was held on 20 January 1913 at Bankipur. Under the Indian Councils Act, 1861 and 1909 (as amended in 1912), the Bihar and Orissa Legislative Council was constituted, in which 3 ex-officio members, 21 elected members and 19 nominated members were included.

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