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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 111

When did the new province of Bihar come into force during British rule?

  1. April 1912
  2. April 1911
  3. March 1912
  4. More than one of the above
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Answer: (A) April 1912

Explanation

1 April 1912 is celebrated as Bihar Diwas, when the province was carved out of the Bengal Presidency.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: Bihar and Orissa province came into being on 1 April 1912.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: the separation was announced in December 1911.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: notified in March; effective in April.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: only April 1912 is correct.