After the formation of Jharkhand how many districts were left with Bihar? (Nearest figure)

Correct answer: (a) 37

Explanation

After the formation of Jharkhand, 37 districts remained in Bihar. Before the formation of Jharkhand, Bihar had 55 districts. Eighteen districts of Bihar went to the newly formed state of Jharkhand. At present, Bihar has 38 districts. The 38th district, “Arwal”, was created in August 2001 by bifurcating Jehanabad.