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Bihar at a Glance

August 18, 2025

Part I: Introduction & Overview (approx. 6–8 pages)

  • Preface & How to Use This Book – exam intent, structure, study tips

  • Bihar at a Glance – quick facts (location, capital, population, etc.)

  • Etymology & Significance – meaning of “Bihar” from Vihāra

  • Administrative Snapshot – divisions, districts, governance overview

Part II: Historical Journey (approx. 15 pages)

  • Ancient Bihar – Neolithic Chirand; Videha, Magadha, religious & cultural legacy

  • Medieval Era – regional dynasties (Karnat, Oiniwar, Khayaravala), Sultanate and Mughal periods

  • Colonial & Post-Independence – under Bengal Presidency, creation as province (1912), post-1947 developments

  • Timeline Highlights – major rulers, movements, socio-political transitions

Part III: Geography & Environment (approx. 8 pages)

  • Location & Boundaries – position in India, neighbouring states and Nepal

  • Physical Geography – plains (north/south), plateau, Shivalik foothills, rivers

  • Flora, Fauna & Natural Resources – brief overview

  • Environmental Hazards & Management – floods, resource challenges

Part IV: Population & Society (approx. 8 pages)

  • Demographics – population, rural–urban split, density, religion

  • Literacy & Education Stats – male/female rates, rural vs. urban, trends

  • Languages & Ethnic Groups – Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi, etc.

  • Social Indicators – fertility, urbanisation, gender ratio

Part V: Government & Administration (approx. 10 pages)

  • State Government Structure – Governor, Chief Minister, Cabinet, Secretariat

  • Legislature – Vidhan Sabha & Vidhan Parishad composition

  • Judiciary – Patna High Court, district courts

  • Local Governance – divisions, districts, municipalities, panchayats

Part VI: Economy & Agriculture (approx. 12 pages)

  • Economic Overview – GSDP, composition by sectors, growth trends

  • Agricultural Sector – crops, cropping systems, agri stats

  • Industry & Services – industrial policy, service sectors, startup initiatives

  • Challenges & Opportunities – per capita GDP, corruption, development potential

Part VII: Culture & Heritage (approx. 10 pages)

  • Cultural Diversity – Angika, Mithila, Bhojpuri, Magadha cultures

  • Religious Heritage – Buddhism (Bodh Gaya), Jainism, Mithila legends, Sikhism (Guru Gobind Singh)

  • Arts & Festivals – traditional arts, performances, mass media trends

  • Tourism – religious tourism hotspots like Mahabodhi Temple

Part VIII: Infrastructure & Transport (approx. 8 pages)

  • Transport Overview – railways, roads, highways, waterways, airports

  • Urban & Rural Infrastructure – utilities, smart meters, energy developments

  • Emerging Technologies in Infrastructure – e-voting in urban polls, AI-drone bridge monitoring

  • Development Initiatives – infrastructure projects, power sector, nuclear plant proposals

Part IX: Key Issues & Governance Today (approx. 8 pages)

  • Political Landscape & Elections – recent developments, electoral reforms, voter mobilizations

  • Social & Law-Order Issues – incidents affecting governance and society

  • Economic Planning & Youth Employment – industrial incentives, job promises

  • Disaster & Crisis Response – flood tragedies, migrant returns, emergency response

Part X: Practice Features & Revision Tools (approx. 18 pages)

  • Key Terms & Definitions – glossary of important concepts

  • MCQs & Practice Questions – chapterwise practice sets

  • Maps & Diagrams – administrative map, physical geography, crop zones, rivers

  • Revision Summaries – bullet-point recaps for each section

  • Model Answers & Essay Topics – for questions like Bihar’s role in ancient India, agri challenges, etc.

  • Additional Resources – books, websites, government reports, PSC past papers