Bihar Special GK PYQ 10 of 603 · Historical Scenario

The city of Bihar Sharif remained important in the medieval period i. As a center of trade ii. As a center of education iii. As an administrative center iv. As a religious center Choose your answer from the codes given below-

  1. Ai and iii
  2. Bi, ii and iii
  3. Cii, iii and iv
  4. Dii and iii

40th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1995

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Correct answer: (c) ii, iii and iv

Explanation

Originally, the word “Bihar” is related to Buddhist viharas or monasteries. In the medieval period, Bihar Sharif was famous as a center of education, an administrative centre, and a religious centre. It was known for Odantapuri University, which was constructed by the Pala ruler Gopala, and for the dargah of the famous Sufi saint Sheikh Sharfuddin Yahya Maneri.

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